Department profile
Morton Fraser MacRoberts

Agriculture & Rural Affairs

UK Guide 2026 : Scotland


Morton Fraser MacRoberts

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Clients (4)

  • Scottish Mines Restoration Trust
  • South of Scotland Enterprise
  • The Scottish Ministers
  • Scottish Wildlife Trust

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Agriculture & Rural Affairs - Scotland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Morton Fraser MacRoberts has in-depth understanding of the sale and purchase of rural properties, lease matters and agricultural tenancies. The firm houses specialists who are adept at dealing with sporting rights, crofting matters and renewable energy projects. It covers associated aspects of rural property for clients, including next generation and tax planning.

Work Highlights

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  • Morton Fraser MacRoberts acted for the Scottish Wildlife Trust on the purchase of the Inverbroom highland estate.

Strengths

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  • Morton Fraser MacRoberts have expert knowledge of agriculture and wider rural affairs from both a legal and practical point of view. They have the ability to get to the nub of any issue.

    Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK
  • The Morton Fraser MacRoberts team are very professional, hard-working and knowledgeable. I felt I was in very safe hands, and everything was explained clearly and concisely.

    Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK
  • The Morton Fraser MacRoberts team are knowledgeable, covering a wide range of law specialisms.

    Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Matthew Barclay
    Band 2Matthew Barclay

    Matthew Barclay

    Matthew Barclay is adept at advising landowners, farmers, charities and rural businesses on agricultural and rural property issues. He is particularly highlighted for his experience in title matters, estate management and crofting law.

    • Matthew is highly knowledgeable, professional and hard-working, delivering great results for his clients. Working with Matthew has been an absolute pleasure and I can’t recommend him highly enough.

      Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK
    • Coming from a rural background, Matthew's in-depth knowledge of the sector is invaluable.

      Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK
    • Matthew Barclay is an excellent team lead. He is very personable and knowledgeable.

      Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK
  • Associates to watchGail Watt
    Associates to watchGail Watt

    Gail Watt

    Gail Watt is a director at Morton Fraser MacRoberts who advises on rural transactions and estate matters.

    • Gail is very experienced and knowledgeable across the sector.

      Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK
    • Gail Watt is brilliant and I would highly recommend her.

      Agriculture & Rural Affairs respondentUK

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