Corporate/M&A: Scotland

Department head Frank Fowlie is based in CMS's Aberdeen office. He handles a broad range of M&A and private equity transactions, with particular experience acting for companies in the oil and gas sector.

"Frank has a strong reputation in the energy sector. He is extremely impressive and knowledgeable."

"He's immensely experienced, with a very practical and commercial approach. He's easy to deal with too."

Helen Gillies is a partner in CMS's Edinburgh-based corporate group. She has a broad M&A and private equity practice. She has experience handling funding rounds and other capital transactions.

"Helen is consistently strong, which is reflected in her reputation."

"Helen Gillies is massively experienced and insightful."

"She's an excellent corporate lawyer with strong commercial awareness and good technical skills."

Jack Letson utilises his commercial experience when advising on a range of corporate transactions both domestically and internationally. He is noted for his work with public companies, including frequent advice on M&A transactions.

"Jack understands our business and the complexities of it very well. He guides us in a calm and rational way, taking time to explain things to us we are not familiar with."

"There is a real sense he understands what we want."