Brodies LLP assembles a robust property litigation practice with expertise spanning the living, energy, and telecoms sectors. Representative work for the group includes instructions at all levels of the Scottish court system as well as arbitration proceedings. Matthew Farrell leads the team and is sought out by an array of property companies, institutional investors, and corporate occupiers. Gareth Hale’s practice has a strategic focus on the retail and transport sectors. Claire Thornber is a recognised authority on student accommodation matters, while areas of expertise for David Ford include disputes over property rights, dilapidations, and lease terminations.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- Eurofund and Henderson Park
- Abrdn
- Mileway
- Orion Capital Partners
- M&G
- Superdry
- Frasers
- Co-op
- M7
- West Ranga
Work highlights
Acted for Super-dry in its dispute with the owner of the St James’ Centre in Edinburgh on whether the owner had the right to terminate the lease.
Acting for RAAG St Andrew Limited in its successful defence of an application by Sainsbury's for lease renewal under the Tenancy of Shops (Scotland) Act 1949.
Acting for Henderson Park and Eurofund, delivering the full spectrum of litigation services for Silverburn Shopping Centre following its £140 million acquisition.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Matthew Farrell
Other key lawyers
Gareth Hale; Claire Thornber; David Ford