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Gillespie Macandrew appoints new partner and promotes 11 others

Gillespie Macandrew announces the promotion of Lorna Balfour to partner in its industry-leading Land & Rural Business team.

Strike Action, but not as we know it

In February, takeaway drivers at a variety of “gig economy” delivery platforms took part in “strike” action to demand better pay and working conditions.

Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024

Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.

Latest news and insights

Gillespie Macandrew appoints new partner and promotes 11 others

Gillespie Macandrew announces the promotion of Lorna Balfour to partner in its industry-leading Land & Rural Business team.

Strike Action, but not as we know it

In February, takeaway drivers at a variety of “gig economy” delivery platforms took part in “strike” action to demand better pay and working conditions.

Changes in law for Trusters to be aware of in 2024

Trusts & Succession Act: what are the changes for Trusters to be aware of before they become law in 2024.

Michael Shaw

Chair

Michael is an experienced lawyer and senior executive who spent over 20 years in private practice at  leading City firms Herbert Smith Freehills and Clifford Chance, before becoming Deputy Group General Counsel at Barclays in 2009, and then RBS/NatWest Group General Counsel in 2016, prior to retiring in February 2022.

Michael is recognised for his strong leadership and regulatory and risk management expertise and is an experienced coach and mentor.

Michael joined Gillespie Macandrew as Chair in July 2022.

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Recent News & Insights by Michael

18 August 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew achieves double-digit income growth

By Robert Graham-Campbell , Michael Shaw

Gillespie Macandrew announces its financial results for the year ending 28 February 2023, achieving double digit income growth.

18 August 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew achieves double digit income growth

By Robert Graham-Campbell , Michael Shaw

Gillespie Macandrew ended its financial year in a strong position exceeding pre-pandemic revenue levels and re-establishing its annual growth trajectory.

01 August 2022 | Time to read: 2 mins

Gillespie Macandrew appoints legal heavyweight Michael Shaw as chair

By Robert Graham-Campbell , Michael Shaw

Leading Scottish law firm, Gillespie Macandrew, announces the appointment of former RBS/NatWest Group General Counsel, Michael Shaw, as their new chair.

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