UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
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Davidson Chalmers Stewart offers considerable expertise in a range of environmental matters, particularly in relation to waste management. It advises clients on permitting and regulatory compliance, as well as appealing environmental enforcement notices. The team demonstrates niche expertise in issues relating to the development of former quarry sites.
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Davidson Chalmers Stewart advised WKN GMBH on the sale of Sallachy Wind Farm to Boralex, a Canadian renewables developer.
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They have industry knowledge and a breath of experience within the team. They always have a team member with expertise in the particular area we require.
They have an excellent knowledge of environmental legislation and regulations. They also adopt a pragmatic, common-sense and no-nonsense approach and always deliver to high expectations.
They adopt a proactive problem-solving approach, understand the practical aspects and combine this experience with legal expertise.
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Laura Tainsh is the lead partner in Davidson Chalmers Stewart's environment and waste team, and dedicates much of her time to advising on both contentious and non-contentious matters relating to the waste sector. She is a Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialist in Environmental Law.
Laura is a great practical hard-working solicitor. She is an asset to any project.
Laura does an excellent job.
Laura is diligent from the outset, very proactive and happy to collaborate. She is an expert in her field and breaks it down into an understandable fashion for people not in the legal field.
Planning & Environment
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