With ‘real strength-in-depth’, Burness Paull LLP offers expertise in regeneration projects, real estate investment, build-to-rent developments, and healthcare estates. Scott Peterkin leads the department with a specific focus on property development within the housebuilding sector. Richard Rennie garners high acclaim for both his property investment and development expertise. Nick Naddell, who specialises in cross-border deals, frequently represents major investors and retailers, while Graeme Bradshaw brings experience in commercial leasing to the table, particularly within the retail and leisure sectors.
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Testimonials
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'The team at Burness Paull have strength in depth and across all levels we are impressed at the service we receive.’
‘David Stewart's understanding of our business and clarity of thought is impressive. The combination of a good lawyer and an excellent commercial understanding makes his advice valuable.’
‘We always receive a very personal and proactive service from the Burness Paull team and I would have no hesitation in recommending them.’
‘The team is responsive and well-known in the market.’
‘Richard Rennie is a good client partner and commercially minded lawyer.'
‘Burness Paull consistently delivers results. They have real strength in depth and a culture of service excellence which clearly permeates throughout the entire organisation.’
‘Scott Peterkin takes time to understand a client's drivers and combines his exceptional knowledge, ability, and standing in the sector, to achieve fantastic results.’
Key clients
- Realty Income Inc
- Heimstaden Bostad
- Wm Morris Supermarkets Ltd
- Westbrook Partners
- CA Ventures
- Meadowbank Consortium
- Supermarket Income REIT
- LSPIM
- Buccleuch, Cruden
- David Lloyd Leisure Limited
- Impact Healthcare REIT
- Tracey Investments Limited
- Cazoo
Work highlights
- Acted for The University of St Andrews and St Andrews West Properties Limited (a subsidiary of the University) in relation to the development of St Andrews West.
- Acted for Public Investment Fund, Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund, in connection with the Scots law real estate aspects of its investment in the Rocco Forte Hotel Group.
- Acted for News Corp UK & Ireland Limited on the Scots law property elements of its joint venture project with DMG Media.
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Scott Peterkin