Agriculture & Rural Affairs

Thorntons Law provides coverage across Scotland on rural and agricultural land transactions, leases and renewables opportunities. It is adept at advising landowners, farmers and businesses on agricultural tenancies and associated elements such as land registration and next-generation planning.

"Thorntons have a particularly strong understanding of farm and estate business operations."

"Thorntons handle very complex matters and do an excellent job. They have a very extended skill set within their team."

"Thorntons' understanding and experience of agricultural/rural law was clearly extensive."

Kenneth Mackay is well versed in all aspects of rural property matters and advises on transactional real estate dealings and complex development matters for private individuals and estate clients.

Christopher Lindley is sought for his experience in the purchase, sale and lease of rural and agricultural property, along with his knowledge of sporting rights and renewable energy issues.

Lesley Mearns advises clients on agricultural law and property transactions. She also has experience in forestry matters and agricultural tenancies. "Lesley gets things done on time and to a high standard." "Lesley has excellent legal knowledge paired with a highly personable approach to her clients."

Debbie Dewar has a very diverse agricultural practice and in-depth experience of dealing with complex rural property matters. "Debbie is thorough and highly reliable."

Robin Dunlop has a growing rural practice with experience advising a wide range of clients including banks and farm owners. He has in-depth knowledge of an array of matters including loans, lease renewals and tenancy disputes. "Robin Dunlop's attention to detail and motivation to settle any transaction to the highest standard and in a timely manner is second to none." "Robin is patient and an excellent communicator. Always available and courteous." "Commercial awareness and ability to cut to the chase are particular strengths of Robin's."