UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
Provided by Harper Macleod LLP
Our respected team has extensive experience across the full breadth of the shipping industry and provides a specialist, full service offering across the sector including vessel specific (from sale and purchase, ship building, to registration and chartering), banking, corporate, real estate, energy (including offshore renewable energy), dispute resolution, employment, construction, restructuring & insolvency, projects, procurement, state-aid, personal injury and private client matters.
We have a unique geographical spread of offices which gives us in-depth local market knowledge in relation to the key issues and commercial drivers in the shipping sector (in the Highlands and Islands). We are a key Scots law partner (and referrer of work) to numerous UK and international firms and have vast experience in acting, and leading, on complex multijurisdictional matters in the sector.
The firm boasts an enviable list of Scottish and international clients (from individuals, SMEs, large corporates, financial institutions and insurers to local authority bodies, trade associations, membership bodies, fish producer organisations, shipping agents, and port and harbour authorities).
Provided by Chambers
Harper Macleod has a solid reputation within the shipping and marine sector. It possesses real strength in shipping finance matters and has particular strength in procurement law, contract negotiation and loan restructuring. Harper Macleod works with clients across a variety of industries such as banks, energy production and local councils.
Tony Cameron is a key contact.
Provided by Chambers
Harper Macleod advised Orkney Islands Council in relation to procurement of the design and construction of the Scapa Deepwater Quay Project.
Provided by Chambers
There is always someone available and ready with the answer we need to progress.
Harper Macleod has a broad team with expertise at all levels, from partner to associate.
They are attentive to the client's needs and have a good grounding in Scotttish law financing matters.
They are formidable and I would have no hesitation in going to them.
I have recommended their service to other companies on numerous occasions.
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