Harper Macleod LLP stands out for its notable public sector expertise, leading to regular instructions from local authorities, which is complemented by practice head Bruce Caldow‘s expertise in the sports, oil and gas, and social housing arenas. Redundancies and reorganisations, TUPE and business transfers account for a large proportion of the group’s non-contentious work, whereas typical contentious instructions include investigations, trade union and industrial relations issues alongside employment tribunal proceedings, such as those pertaining to discrimination and unfair dismissal claims – an area in which Lorna Davis has extensive experience.
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- 'They have provided us with excellent support and advice, sometimes at very short notice. They are fully knowledgeable and helpful with any advice needed, or reviews of documentation.'
- 'Scott Milligan is excellent and very approachable, and always meets timescales.'
- 'Practical, no-nonsense application of the law.'
Key clients
- Telecom Service Centres Ltd
- East Lothian Council
- Dumfries and Galloway Council
- Aquarius
- Airdrie Football Club
- Triathlon Scotland
- Portman Healthcare Ltd
Work highlights
- Assisting Webhelp with disputes, restructurings, people management and transactions interfacing with blue-chip clients.
- Assisting Airdrie FC with multiple complex allegations brought in employment tribunals under the Equality Act 2010.
- Acting for East Lothian Council on a discrimination dispute involving EAT proceedings.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Bruce Caldow