United Kingdom - Scotland • Real estate
Davidson Chalmers Stewart
At Davidson Chalmers Stewart, the workload comprises development, investment and commercial leasing mandates; the group have observed a notable uptick in work pertaining to the housebuilding and healthcare sectors. With the experienced Andrew Chalmers at the helm, the team counts UK and international investment funds, developers and leisure operators to its client roster. Gavin Maclean is noted for his expertise in the fields of retail and leisure, while Bruce Lancaster‘s capabilities further encompass forward funding agreements. Andy Tyler joined as partner coming from Burness Paull LLP in August 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘The commercial property team are incredibly supportive. I always get the right advice and with no ambiguity.'
‘I have found them to offer a personable service, providing partner level support which has allowed our business to deal with situations in an efficient and professional manner.'
‘Andrew Chalmers and Gavin McLean are very hands on. I have no hesitation in recommending the team and look forward to many more years successfully delivering projects together.'
‘A very approachable team who get back quickly to issues and spend time explaining anything that is difficult to understand.’
‘They are proactive and very easy to approach. I find them flexible and straightforward.’
Key clients
- Chris Stewart Group
- Muir Group
- Peel Group
- Suez Group
- Tartan Leisure Limited
- Thermo Fisher Inc
- Law Society of Scotland
- Black Sheep Coffee
- Computacentre plc
- Balhousie Care Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Acalis Care/Selba Care Limited on the acquisition of the entire portfolio of Balhousie Care Limited (24 nursing/care homes).
- Advised Tartan Leisure Limited on the £60m site acquisition at Ratho (Edinburgh) for an artificial surf park.
- Advised Clyde Munro Dental Group on acquiring 10 dental practices in 12 months.