The ‘extremely knowledgeable’ team at Aberdein Considine is a regular port of call for SMEs, corporates, and private individuals. Department head Robert Holland is able to handle the full range of employment issues, from providing human resources advice to defending clients in tribunal and court disputes and is notably experienced in cases involving employment status. Nicola Gray’s expertise includes advising on the employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and disposals, as well as employment issues within the shipping and marine sectors.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Robert Holland was sympathetic and patient. The associates working on the case were quick to respond to my emails.’

  • ‘The fact that there is always someone available to give advice makes this practice unique.’

  • ‘The team is extremely responsive to queries and questions and provides in depth answers and follow ups.’

  • ‘Robert Holland is a leading employment lawyer in Scotland. He has a pragmatic and commercial approach to the resolution of disputes.’

  • ‘Robert Holland is diligent, compassionate and empathetic, while at the same time hugely tenacious and direct.’

  • ‘The team at AC are all extremely knowledgeable but in addition to that they have a lovely manner and instil confidence in their clients. The team have taken the time to learn about our industry and team which is hugely important in order to offer the best advice in the situation.’

  • 'Nicola Gray's advice is always excellent and commercially minded. She is quick to respond and always makes herself available when required.'

Key clients

  • A & L Porter Limited
  • Holyrood PR & Abbeymount Media Limited
  • DW Football Limited
  • True North (Scotland) Limited
  • Core Asset Consulting Limited

Work highlights

  • Supported A & L Porter Limited through a number of pharmacy acquisitions including a detailed review of Employee Liability Information and the drafting of employment provisions within corporate transaction documents.
  • Advised clients including Holyrood PR and Deadline Scotland under the firms’ “Access HR” product, a fixed fee HR consultancy that offers a one stop shop for employment and HR advice.
  • Partnered with DW Football Limited to advise Darren Walker on contractual issues, image rights and immigration, and wealth and financial planning.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Robert Holland

Other key lawyers

Nicola Gray