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What the Team is Known For

Morton Fraser MacRoberts is noted for its handling of the full scope of local government work. The firm is experienced in acting for local authorities on a range of matters including appeals, judicial reviews and public inquiries. The team has additional capabilities in relation to complex monitoring officer investigations and reports and is active in the planning and housing sectors. In November 2023, the firms Morton Fraser and MacRoberts merged to form Morton Fraser MacRoberts.

Work Highlights

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  • Morton Fraser MacRoberts defended Aberdeen City Council against four petitions raised against them in 2023. The petitions sought judicial review following the council's decision to close a swimming pool and libraries under their care.

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They provide us specialists advice and keep us on the right path.

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Morton Fraser MacRoberts treat us well and prioritise work. We are impressed.

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Notable Practitioners

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Rory Alexander
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Rory Alexander
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Rory Alexander is respected for his expertise in representing local authorities on a range of matters. He is particularly experienced in planning issues as well as judicial reviews.

Rory is first-class. He is an expert in planning and local authorities and instinctively knows what to do. He is really great.

I usually breathe a sigh of relief when I hear Rory's name as I know that he really gets his stuff.

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Members

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Lynda Towers

Clients

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Aberdeen City Council

City of Edinburgh Council

East Lothian Council

Glasgow City Council

Highland Council

Midlothian Council

Moray Council

Orkney Islands Council

Stirling Council

West Lothian Council

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