Euan McLeod
Shepherd and WedderburnShepherd and Wedderburn is adept at managing real estate developments, energy projects, and high-value disputes for both contractors and employers. Led by Euan McLeod, the team has recently been involved in significant renewable energy initiatives and high-profile redevelopment projects. Consultant Lauren Thomson contributes her expertise in building contracts, professional appointments, and ancillary documentation. On the non-contentious side, Euan Murray brings his experience in clean energy projects and public procurement, while Paul Young, who joined the firm in January 2023 from Dentons, specialises in real estate development and investment. Key contentious contacts include Iain Drummond, a seasoned litigator handling construction disputes for contractors and employers, and Nathaniel Buckingham, who focuses on private finance projects.
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Testimonials
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‘The construction team is excellent. The team listens to their clients and learns their business.’
‘Iain Drummond is attentive to clients' needs and works within the organisation's internal governance. Euan McLeod is equally good and has a common sense approach to getting into contract.’
Key clients
- The City of Edinburgh Council
- AMIDS (Renfrewshire) LLP
- Wheatley Housing Group
- Offshore Wind Power Limited (OWPL)
- Ocean Winds UK Limited
- Mangata Networks
- Dumfries and Galloway Council
- International Music and Performing Arts Charitable Trust Scotland
- CessCon Decom Limited
- Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick Limited and Balfour Beatty Group Limited
Work highlights
- Advised City of Edinburgh Council on the £1.3 billion redevelopment of Granton waterfront, Edinburgh.
- Advised Balfour Beatty in connection with alleged defects claims at flagship care hospital.
- Advised Ocean Winds UK Limited in connection with contracts for new operation and maintenance facility to serve the Moray West Offshore Wind Farm.
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Lauren Thomson
Shepherd and WedderburnPractice head
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Euan McLeod