Anderson Strathern represents a diverse clientele including public bodies and private developers in sectors such as retail, residential, transport, and energy. In September 2023, former practice head Alastair McKie retired from the partnership and now supports the firm from a consultancy role. The department is now under the leadership of Chris Devlin, who was promoted to partner also in September 2023. Devlin brings notable expertise in the housing and renewable energy sectors.
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘They have extensive knowledge of current and past policy cases and how particular challenges can be avoided . They are aware of your needs as a client and will adapt approaches if required and in some cases prioritise workload to deal quickly with an arising issue.’
‘Their strengths include eagerness to share knowledge and understanding, willingness to adapt if circumstances require changes, and depth of up-to-date knowledge applied.’
Key clients
- Shetland Space Centre Ltd
- Edinburgh Airport Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Dundas Estates & Development Limited in respect of planning appeal of refusal of West Lothian Council to grant planning permission for 46 units housing development at Charlesfield Road, Livingston.
- Acted for the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority to provide advocacy at major planning inquiry regarding proposal for fish farm at Beinn Reithe, Loch Long.