Under the stewardship of Chris Dun and Fiona McLeod, the ‘competent and knowledgeable’ social housing team at Brodies LLP advises major banks, local councils and various housing associations. The practice has seen growth in regulatory compliance and housing management matters, and is also well-regarded for its role in advising clients on the provision of loan facilities. Dun leverages extensive transactional expertise to assist with project financing on major affordable housing projects, and McLeod advises on the establishment of exclusion zones, property access matters and the provision of appropriate land for development. Jenna Monteith is a key member of the practice, predominantly working with housing authorities.
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Testimonials
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- 'The insight of Brodies is second to none in the Scottish Housing Sector. They are informed, responsive, and professional, and they help address client issues in a proactive and effective manner.'
- 'Chris Dun is pragmatic, collaborative and finds solutions that work for all parties.'
- 'The staff team are incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and work hard to understand our needs, they are a pleasure to work with.'
- 'All staff we deal with are very competent and knowledgeable.'
- 'Very experienced team with in-depth knowledge of the sector. They are able to draw on solicitors with particular specialisms from across the firm as required in complex cases. Very approachable and supportive.'
- 'They understand our business and the laws and regulations that affect us, which really matters. What stands out for me is how approachable they are willing to assist when we may be coming to them with some tricky issues and tight turnaround times.'
- 'Fiona McLeod has a well-managed contentious team and is willing to remain hands-on to ensure that the customer is well looked after.'
- 'Very responsive commercial advice given with professional expertise.'
- 'Very knowledgeable about the sector. Very thorough with detail but, equally, will take pragmatic approach where appropriate. Always ensure that they mitigate risk for the client.'
- 'I would pay tribute to Fiona McLeod who I have found to be a leader in housing law in Scotland.'
Key clients
- The Wheatley Housing Group
- Sanctuary
- Langstane Housing Association
- Hillcrest Homes
- River Clyde Homes
- Kingdom Housing Association Limited
- Link Group Limited
- LAR Housing Trust
- Shettleston Housing Association
- Scottish Housing Regulator
- Stirling Council
- Scottish Futures Trust
- City of Edinburgh Council
- Moray Council
- Stirling Council
- Falkirk Council
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Fiona McLeod
Jenna Monteith
Practice head
Chris Dun; Fiona McLeod
Other key lawyers
Jenna Monteith