Arbor Law

Kenneth is an experienced corporate lawyer. Over the past 40 years, he has shepherded all kinds of companies through countless transactions, some routine, others transformational. Kenneth also has significant management experience in large law firms (including the negotiation of a merger with the world’s largest law firm).

Over the years Kenneth has developed a great international network to support clients' growth plans. As well as advising clients on corporate matters at Arbor Law, he works with the co-founding team in a non-executive advisory role to help develop and implement strategic aims.

Kenneth focuses on M&A, private equity/venture capital, joint venture and other commercial deals across a broad range of sectors.  Having worked with start–ups to listed companies and various private entrepreneurs and PE backers, he has a thorough understanding of the needs and approaches of businesses large and small. His practice regularly involves the management and coordination of multi–disciplinary teams, interfacing with clients and other advisers.

Kenneth is a measured, thoughtful and considered lawyer with a tactful, diplomatic style and strong interpersonal and relationship building skills which he uses to help clients achieve their objectives.

Kenneth started his career at Maclay Murray & Spens, going on to McKenna & Co (now CMS) and returning to Maclay Murray & Spens a Corporate Partner, including a term as Head of Corporate and Chief Executive.

Kenneth later joined Dentons UK and Middle East as Senor Partner, Scotland.

Kenneth is a bit of a sports nut, with particular interests in football, rugby, golf and tennis (but will watch pretty much anything!). An occasional marathon runner and (as a recently acquired ‘’lockdown skill’’) bread baker, Kenneth fits in as much time with his family as they allow him to!