Real Estate: £10 million and above
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 3
Contact number
(0131) 625 9191Chambers Review
Davidson Chalmers Stewart is an established practice with experience of development schemes, investment sales and acquisitions, and work for corporate occupiers. The team regularly advises on healthcare property issues and other matters involving office property and business park transactions. It is experienced in assisting with the acquisition and development of student accommodation.
Work Highlights
- Davidson Chalmers Stuart assisted Stamford Property Investmentson the real estate aspects of the £200 million redevelopment of Elgin House.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart's staff have strong legal and commercial knowledge and a collegiate approach to advice and deals."
"The team has very deep knowledge of the real estate sector, informed by decades of experience across a wide variety of complex situations."
"They are practical, commercial, easy to work with and approachable."
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart provides a prompt and attentive service."
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart's staff have strong legal and commercial knowledge and a collegiate approach to advice and deals."
"The team has very deep knowledge of the real estate sector, informed by decades of experience across a wide variety of complex situations."
"They are practical, commercial, easy to work with and approachable."
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart provides a prompt and attentive service."
Notable Practitioners
Andrew Chalmers is managing partner of Davidson Chalmers Stewart, as well as head of its commercial real estate practice. He is recognised for his strong track record of handling complex commercial property matters on behalf of developers and investors.
"Andrew Chalmers offers excellence and professionalism at all times. He is hugely experienced."
"Andrew Chalmers has an exceptional understanding of clients' business and an ability to deliver clear and tailored advice to achieve objectives."
"Andrew is a highly measured and experienced legal adviser. He is detailed, thorough and informed."
Gavin Maclean has great depth of experience acting on commercial real estate matters. He regularly assists a broad range of clients including major retailers, corporate occupiers and developers.
"Gavin Maclean is a very solid and reliable lawyer."
"Gavin is attentive and provides clear guidance."
Bruce Lancaster advises property developers, private house builders and property investors on complex real estate transactions.
"Bruce Lancaster is a really talented lawyer. He has good communication and he handles the work we do with him well."
"He is an excellent solicitor and very diligent."
Nicola Scott heads Davidson Chalmers Stewart's Real Estate team. She handles a variety of real estate transactions, including investment acquisition and sales, financing and commercial leasing for both landlord and tenant. She assists clients from a range of sectors including retail, offices, student accommodation and renewable energy.
"Nicola provides excellent guidance."
"Nicola Scott really knows the renewables industry."
Lizzy Enayati is a director in the team. She has strong experience in commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, sales and lease negotiations.
"Lizzy is really commercially astute."
Ranked Lawyers at
Davidson Chalmers Stewart
Scotland
Members
Provided by Davidson Chalmers Stewart
Head of Department
Andy Tyler
Bruce Lancaster
Caroline Court
Ellis Walls
Gavin Maclean
Katherine MacDonald
Keith Rawlinson
Lisa Graham
Louise Jones
Stephanie Mackenzie