Corporate/M&A
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 3
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(0131) 247 1000Chambers Review
Morton Fraser MacRoberts is an established corporate practice, acting for SMEs and entrepreneurial clients on M&A, equity investment, restructurings and joint ventures. The firm offers additional expertise in crowdfunding and in handling private equity investments in high-growth technology companies. It also advises on a number of spin-outs from universities and other higher education institutions. It is recognised for particular experience handling public company transactions.
Work Highlights
- Morton Fraser MacRoberts advised the core Dears Healthcare corporate group on the acquisition of 15 Lloyds Pharmacy branches.
Strengths
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"They always go the extra mile to ensure a complete understanding of complex and sophisticated matters."
"They're quick to understand the issues, identify solutions and deliver them."
"Our partner point of contact and the associates go above and beyond in service and responsiveness."
"They always go the extra mile to ensure a complete understanding of complex and sophisticated matters."
"They're quick to understand the issues, identify solutions and deliver them."
"Our partner point of contact and the associates go above and beyond in service and responsiveness."
Notable Practitioners
Alan Kelly has gained recognition for his expertise in complex M&A transactions. He also has a particular specialism in corporate finance work and heads the firm's team in this area.
"Alan is very strong; he's a phenomenal and well-organised lawyer."
"He's clearly very knowledgeable in relation to M&A transactions and is great at leading us through the process."
Michael Kelly is praised for his corporate expertise, often acting for shareholders on the sale of shared capital in companies.
"Michael is a very strong lawyer as well as being adown to earth, honest guy."
"He provides an excellent service level and knowledge."
Gary Baines has strengths in representing clients in transactions often with cross-border elements.
"Gary is good to deal with. He is a good quality lawyer and knows his stuff."
"Gary stands out. He gives sage advice and understands the commercial point of view rather than just legal clauses. He is reliable and 100% trustworthy."
"Gary's project leadership and way of identifying issues was great. He had a good understanding of the project in general and its international aspects."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morton Fraser MacRoberts
Scotland
Members
Provided by Morton Fraser MacRoberts
Adrian Bell
Andrew Walker
Iain Young
Kiril Pehlivanov
Paul Geoghegan
Robert Jessiman
Stephen Clark
Stewart Moy
Clients
Provided by Morton Fraser MacRoberts
Apollo Informal Investment Limited
Archangel Informal Investment
Diageo
Digital Future Capital Limited
Dxcover Limited
Investec Bank plc
Par Equity LLP
Schuh Limited
Wardpark Studios Limited
Witherby Publishing Group Limited