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Real Estate Litigation

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Real Estate Litigation - Scotland

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Morton Fraser MacRoberts advises on a range of matters, including leasing disputes and dilapidations claims as well as title, crofting and professional negligence disputes. It is noted for its work on mediation and alternative dispute resolution as well as litigation and judicial reviews. The team advises significant clients in the energy industry and also regularly represents retailers, landlords and property developers.

Work Highlights

  • Morton Fraser MacRoberts advised BAM TCP Atlantic Square on a dispute over ownership of commercial property in Glasgow.

Strengths

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Their advice has been considered and pragmatic and has understood the challenges we have encountered.

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They are open and honest. They are readily available and friendly, and they handle matters diligently and professionally.

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MFMac handled everything professionally and in a timely manner. There was nothing that could not be handled. They are very proactive.

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MFMac has a real strength in depth across PQE levels, with particularly strong associates. The solicitors are tactically astute and able to advise the clients competently throughout complex cases.

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MFMac take a direct, no-nonsense approach. They keep conversations focused, and this helps cut through legal jargon and supports quicker, more confident decision-making.

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Notable Practitioners

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Kenneth Carruthers
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Kenneth Carruthers
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Band 3

Kenneth Carruthers is head of the department. He is deeply experienced in the handling of property litigation before all levels of the Scottish courts, assisting clients with a variety of topics, including dilapidations claims and lease disputes.

Kenneth Carruthers is a strong negotiator and able to foster working relationships with opponents that assist in the resolution of cases.

Kenneth is extremely experienced. His specialty is planning.

He is our go-to Scottish solicitor for property-related and development-related disputes. He's thoroughly straightforward, with a wealth of experience in these areas. It's hard to see past him for us.

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Lynsay Cargill
3
Band 3

Lynsay Cargill is an experienced legal director. She advises on a variety of property dispute work that includes landlord and tenant disputes and dilapidations claims. She also has experience in the Sheriff Courts, Lands Tribunal and Court of Session, and displays expertise in energy-related disputes. She frequently advises commercial clients.

Lynsay Cargill is good at keeping on top of complex cases and organising witnesses.

Lynsay brings a thoughtful, thorough approach and is always proactive in anticipating issues before they arise.

She is able to handle complex and sensitive matters and to provide sound technical and commercial advice.

Lynsay provides good, pragmatic and focused advice. She is strategically astute.

Her attention to detail and strong communication skills make her an invaluable asset to any matter.

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Kenneth Carruthers
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Kenneth Carruthers
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Lynsay Cargill
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Band 3
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Members

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Douglas Milne

Nicola Ross

Richard McMeeken

Stephen Moffat

Susan Leslie

Clients

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Aberdeen City Council

Bank of China

City of Edinburgh Council

Patrizia

Tesco Stores Limited

Transport Scotland

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Government

Local Government