LAWYER PROFILE

Craig Whelton

UK 2026

Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

Ranked in 1 practice area

Planning & Environment

Scotland

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Shepherd and Wedderburn LLP

UK

Practice Areas

Advises on all aspects of planning law including major regeneration work, energy and compulsory purchase (acting for promoters and those affected by CPO). Particular expertise in residential development, developer contributions and viability.

Has advised on some of the largest development projects in Scotland, including the West Craigs mixed use development in Edinburgh (1,500 houses), Meygen tidal scheme and promotion of compulsory purchase orders. Regularly undertakes advocacy an inquiries and hearings. Advises on judicial review and statutory challenges, including Gladman v Scottish Ministers.

Career

Trained at Maclay Murray & Spens (now Dentons) qualified 2004; Maclay Murray & Spens until 2009; Burges Salmon 2009 – 2014; partner Burness Paull 2014-2019; partner Burges Salmon 2019 to date.

Professional Memberships

Qualified in Scotland, England and Wales

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Planning & Environment - Scotland

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Craig Whelton regularly acts for major house builders, energy companies and public sector bodies. He is well versed in both contentious and non-contentious planning matters, particularly in regard to housebuilding.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Craig is always a pleasure to work with.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Craig is one of the leading lights in legal planning circles and a good communicator.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Craig offers a top-class service.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
Craig is one of the top lawyers in Scotland. Clients really like his approach and commercial awareness.
Planning & EnvironmentChambers Guide to the Legal Profession