Possessing a ‘unique level of experience in acting for clients in major construction project disputes’, Anderson Strathern handles an array of transport, social infrastructure, and energy transition projects, with particularly strong engagement with public sector bodies and complex contentious issues. Team head Martin Whiteford is noted for his regulatory and commercial acumen and has a practice that straddles renewables and infrastructure mandates. Co-head Pat Loftus is a commercial contracts specialist and works closely with a range of developers, contracts, and public sector bodies, while co-head Audrey Cameron frequently handles procurement and development issues for local authorities, as well as disputes work. Mary Frances O’Neill joined the firm from Brodies LLP in October 2023 and adds further contentious expertise.
Testimonials
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‘The practice has a unique level of experience in acting for clients in major construction project disputes.'
‘In my experience the individuals in this team are all able, and extremely hard working, lawyers.'
Key clients
- East Lothian Council
- East Renfrewshire Council
Work highlights
- Advising Crown Estate Scotland on the Scotwind leasing round granting property rights for seabed in Scottish waters for up to 27GW of new commercial scale offshore wind generation.
- Providing advice and support to East Lothian Council in respect of a new train station in East Linton, East Lothian.