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Gillespie Macandrew appoints new real estate specialist to its partnership

Published: 12 March 2025
Time to read: 2 mins

Scottish law firm Gillespie Macandrew has appointed real estate legal expert, Heather Pearson to its partnership as a key addition to their sector offering.

Heather joins the firm from Addleshaw Goddard and brings almost 30 years’ experience advising in the real estate sector in Scotland. Heather is a specialist in both residential and commercial property development, and is also a recognised expert in the social housing sector. She has a broad portfolio of clients including developers, funders, and property investment companies.

Chief Executive Officer Robert Graham-Campbell commented: “I am excited to welcome Heather to Gillespie Macandrew as we continue to invest in our core real estate sector. Heather’s extensive track record strengthens our Housebuilding team, working alongside Partners Andrew Leslie & Harry Smith and the wider real estate group to deliver excellent service and successful outcomes to our clients”.

Heather Pearson, Partner added: “I am delighted to be joining Gillespie Macandrew and look forward to contributing to its continued success and growth”.

Gillespie Macandrew has offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth and advises individuals, families and businesses on all areas of land and rural matters, private client, commercial real estate, energy, tax and disputes, combining a personal approach with specialist knowledge in its chosen sectors.

 

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