About

Provided by Thorntons Law LLP

From buying and selling to development, construction and leasing, every commercial property deal is unique. And whether you are a property developer, buyer, seller, landlord, business tenant or investor, you want legal support that understands your specific project needs, challenges and opportunities.

With one of the largest dedicated commercial real estate teams in Scotland, we can handle all of your leasing and commercial property legal needs for you, including negotiations, conveyancing, contracts, disputes, and business acquisitions and sales. Our dedicated Commercial Real Estate team, including an Accredited Specialist in Construction Law, are highly experienced in dealing with all types of property and businesses, from portfolios of flats, retail and industrial units to care homes, and shopping centres, and from contaminated waste land to purpose-built offices.

Our in-depth market knowledge means we can help open up opportunities for you across Scotland, and with dual-qualified solicitors in Scots, English and Welsh Law on the team we can easily handle your cross-border property deals.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate: up to £10 million - Scotland

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Thorntons Law regularly handles residential development matters on behalf of house builders and affordable housing providers. The team advises on a wide range of acquisitions and leasing transactions for corporate occupiers, including retail, leisure and education sector clients. The team also offers dedicated expertise in healthcare-related property matters.

Work Highlights

  • Thorntons acted for Letham 4 All SCIO on its purchase of a community hub building from a local authority with a view to offer new facilities for the local community in Perth, Scotland.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul Haniford
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Paul Haniford
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Senior Statespeople

Paul Haniford has significant experience handling commercial real estate matters, including high-value investment acquisitions and disposals. He also has notable expertise in work in the retail and industrial sectors.

He is one of the best commercial property lawyers in Scotland.

Hugo Allan
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Hugo Allan
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Band 4
Hugo Allan frequently advises on landlord and tenant matters, particularly on behalf of retail occupiers. He also handles the acquisition and disposal of property assets including hotels and shopping centres.
Aimee Gibbons
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Aimee Gibbons
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Up and Coming

Aimee Gibbons is recognised for her strength in handling the acquisition, disposal and leasing of commercial property, particularly industrial sites. She often advises clients within the finance and healthcare sectors.

Ranked Lawyers at
Thorntons Law LLP

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Scotland

Real Estate

Paul Haniford
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Paul Haniford
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Senior Statespeople
Hugo Allan
4
Hugo Allan
4
Band 4
Aimee Gibbons
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Aimee Gibbons
U
Up and Coming

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