Harper Macleod LLP‘s ’excellent’ team is jointly led Chris Noble, an expert in lease acquisitions and lease management, and Caroline Summers, who regularly acts for financial institutions, institutional landlords, and SMEs. John Meehan is experienced in dealing with the real estate aspects of restructuring, property finance, and residential developments. Alexis Condie joined the firm in March 2024 from Dentons, bringing experience in shopping centres and industrial estates asset management, while Leandro Franchi and Peter Jack came aboard in November 2023 from commercial property boutique Franchi Law.
Testimonials
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'Harper McLeod builds strong, client-dedicated teams, focusing on delivering client requirements with experienced staff while being cost-effective. The size of the business ensures everyone on their team feels involved and works hard for the clients.'
'Caroline Summers provides excellent service, She is very knowledgeable across all real estate areas and offers sound, pragmatic advice.'
'The support and service from this team have always been excellent. As a client, you feel in safe hands, with their responsiveness and support in stressful situations.'
‘John Meehan is an excellent partner. I have absolute trust in his advice and guidance. Jenna McLean is an exceptional associate who is incredibly responsive, supportive, patient and compassionate.’
‘Harper MacLeod offers sound and sensible advice.’
'Chris Noble is very experienced, always ready to assist, patient, and able to explain legal matters plainly. He manages his workload effectively, reducing the need for follow-ups.'
Key clients
- City Property Glasgow (Investments) LLP / Glasgow City Council
- Scottish Ministers
- CBRE Investment Management
- ABRDN
- Primark Stores
- JD Sports Fashion plc
- Scotia Group
- ESP Electricity Limited
- Kelvin Property Group
- Halfords plc
Work highlights
- Acted for New City Vision Group in the redevelopment of a former dock on the River Clyde.
- Acted for Primark Stores Limited in its new 33,000sq ft retail unit at Glasgow Fort.
- Acted for Glasgow City Council in the sale and leaseback of circa £200 million of core commercial property assets including Kelvin Hall, Kelvingrove Museum and the Glasgow City Chambers.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Caroline Summers, Chris Noble