Construction - Scotland
What the Team is Known For
Shepherd and Wedderburn has a respected practice that offers advice on both contentious and non-contentious matters to developers, contractors and public institutions. The team has noted strength across the energy sector and demonstrates expertise in construction disputes relating to the education and healthcare sectors. It also advises on significant commercial and leisure development projects.
Strengths
"Shepherd and Wedderburn has the ability to call upon experts if required. The firm's people are always contactable, and are always happy to provide upfront budget costs."
"When we engage Shepherd and Wedderburn on a matter, we have the partner to hand at all times, served by very able senior lawyers. The mix of male to female lawyers is balanced."
Work Highlights
Shepherd and Wedderburn advised the City of Edinburgh Council in relation to the redevelopment and refurbishment of the historic Granton Railway Station.
Notable Practitioners
Euan McLeod is a well-regarded practitioner who regularly advises clients on construction contracts, procurement and the construction aspects of redevelopment projects. His clients include energy and finance companies. "Euan McLeod is a safe pair of hands. He leads his team very well and understands the background very quickly. He has a lot of experience and is highly strategic." "We have found Euan to be extremely knowledgeable in the type of contractual issues we deal with in the construction industry."
Iain Drummond regularly represents clients in construction disputes, ranging from building defects to fire protection works. His clients include entities in the healthcare and energy sectors. "Iain Drummond is a key point of contact with excellent legal skills and experience." "Iain is involved at the top level, offering wisdom and good advice. He is very experienced in this field, which we appreciate deeply." "Iain is very experienced, competent and knowledgeable."
Lauren Thomson assists with development agreements and contracts. Her clients range from contractors to financial advisers.
David Anderson is experienced in bringing defect claims against contractors. He also provides advice in relation to the correct interpretation of project contracts. "David Anderson is superb. He does great work." "David is smart. He is really good, a very nice guy, and very knowledgeable." "David is a lawyer you can trust."
Nathaniel Buckingham is known for assisting clients, such as healthcare providers and contractors, with defect and delay claims. "Nathaniel Buckingham is very experienced, knowledgeable and competent." "Nathaniel is always communicative and has excellent legal skills combined with a high level of technical construction knowledge." "Nathaniel gives you confidence and leaves no stone unturned."