Gillespie Macandrew LLP

We have been incredibly busy over the past few months and during the busy times it’s important to allow time for catching up with colleagues. That is why we regularly hold social initiatives like our recent GM Pizza Party. 🍕 Held across all four of our offices, Perth, Glasgow, Morningside and Edinburgh, the recent event organised by our social committee allowed us to get together over lunch. Find out more about Gillespie Macandrew’s commitment to employee wellbeing and professional growth: https://lnkd.in/eSR_-6Gg #ScottishLawFirm #TeamCulture #GillespieMacandrew

In our latest article, Jenna Wayth, Solicitor in our Dispute Resolution team examines a construction case involving the complexities of payments between subcontractors and contractors. Read ‘You’ve got mail… and the adjudicator was right to make you accept it” to learn why a complaint claiming an adjudicator has breached the requirements of natural justice should not be made lightly… https://lnkd.in/eeFxqwWm #Adjudication #Construction #ConstructionDisputes #ScottishLawFirm

Gillespie Macandrew has once again achieved excellent rankings across several practice areas in both the Chambers and Partners UK Rankings and Legal 500 Directory Rankings, testament to the strength and depth of talent across our firm. For Chambers and Partners UK rankings, Robert Scott-Dempster, Alan White, Fraser Leslie, Lianne Lodge, Sandy Telfer and Kenny Irons have positively maintained their positions as individually ranked lawyers in their respective areas. Further recognition goes to Amy McDowell, Alan Gilfillan, Kevin Sturgeon and Colin Hamilton for moving up in their respected areas, demonstrating the breadth of work we deliver in planning, corporate, commercial property and energy expertise. For Legal 500 we are delighted to announce that Robert Scott-Dempster, has joined the Agriculture and Estates Hall of Fame along with Simon Williams now ranked as Next Generation Partner in Energy. In addition, John McArthur, Agnes Mallon, Lianne Lodge, Alan Gilfillan, Kenneth Irons and Sandy Telfer all retained Leading Partner rankings in their respective areas, together with Eilidh Adams as a Next Generation Partner.  Thank you to our dedicated team and our clients for their support and contributions towards these rankings. #LegalDirectories #L500UK #Legal500 #ChambersandPartners #ScottishLawFirm 

Today our Private Client Solicitor Jenny Purdie and HR Manager, Kim Hampton exhibited at the Legal Cheek Law Fair at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh amongst a bustling crowd of future talent representing all ten of Scotland's universities.   It was a great opportunity to meet personally with students and tell them about career paths and our collaborative culture here at GM.    If you didn't get the chance to attend any law fairs this year but you're considering a career in law, find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gdQC99zZ #LegalFutures #ACareerInLaw #LawFairs #GillespieMacandrew

🎙️Catch up on the latest ESPC (UK) Limited podcast episode, featuring Caitlin Keegan, Legal Director in our Residential Property team. In this episode, Caitlin shares her expert knowledge on property buying and selling in Edinburgh. 🎧Listen to the podcast episode to gain buying and selling tips and helpful advice for first time buyers: https://bit.ly/3YuYTMf #PropertyMarket #espc #PodcastEpisode #GillespieMacandrew

Our first and second year Trainees enjoyed an evening of Greek food, drinks and conversation in Edinburgh last week. Social get-togethers like this provide our trainees with an invaluable opportunity to get to know each other as well as share their traineeship experiences and knowledge with one another. Would you like to belong to a team dedicated to fostering a supportive culture for all? Find out how you can join us: https://lnkd.in/gdQC99zZ #GillespieMacandrewCommunity #TeamGM #TraineeLawyers #ScottishLawFirm 

Property Spotlight Looking for your next home near Edinburgh? We are delighted to share details of a beautiful, detached villa, located in the tranquil and historic area of Roslin. The perfect location for professionals living and working in Edinburgh, with several transport links to the city centre – this property also offers: - 4 Bedrooms - Large kitchen and dining area - Several work from home area options - Access to country walks and endless hillwalking routes. Fixed Price £459,995 Find out more about this spacious home: https://lnkd.in/et7JiYjg #GillespieMacandrew #ScottishPropertyMarket  #NewHome #EdinburghHome #Roslin

Last night we welcomed the Ladies in Property Group for an evening of networking, drinks & nibbles at our Atholl Crescent Edinburgh office. It was a great opportunity to catch up and talk more about how the group can continue to support each other, as well as the next generation of property professionals. Thank you to all who attended – we’re looking forward to seeing you at the next networking event.  #LadiesInProperty #Networking #EdinburghProperty #RealEstate DM Hall Surveyors, McKendry Dunion Financial, Johnston Smillie Ltd, Chapmans | Property Lettings & Management, Emma Lennox, Mill Architects Limited, Edinburgh Property Finders

Earlier this year, Manchester United football club announced proposals for a redundancy programme that could see up to 250 employees affected. Employment Law Specialist, Fraser Vandal, discusses how common redundancies are at this scale and dives into the legal framework involved in these processes. https://lnkd.in/esccKx5R #RedundanciesinSport #EmploymentLaw #GillespieMacandrew 

How will the new Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme support community bodies? If you are a charity or community body looking to purchase land or buildings to further your charitable/community aims, the OPTS scheme launched on 1 March may be your solution. In our latest article, Kevin Sturgeon, Associate in our Commercial Property team, outlines the details of the scheme and how the OPTS can benefit local communities. https://lnkd.in/ee5WWPPF #OPTS #CommercialProperty #ScottishLawFirm