Andrew Leslie
Partner, Housebuilding
Andrew is experienced in all aspects of residential development work, and currently acts for a range of builders from UK PLC housebuilders to smaller bespoke and luxury developers. Andrew provides advice to guide clients through the entire lifecycle of a development site from the initial acquisition of the land, completing all required infrastructure work, preparing Deed of Conditions, and processing plot sales. Andrew is also experienced in acting for landowners in sales and options to housebuilders.
Andrew has particular understanding of the complexity of housebuilding transactions, and residential development, and takes a pragmatic approach to ensure that transactions proceed in as timely and smooth a manner as possible.
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EXPERIENCE:
- Assisted AMA (Tor 1) Limited with the purchase of property with complex deferred consideration terms, secured planning for development of luxury apartments and townhouses and then refinanced the key development asset in central Edinburgh.
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Andrew Leslie
Andrew Leslie issues reliable information quickly and discreetly. He is always available to advise with a great memory for the topic being discussed and he has a good range of knowledge outwith his legal scope of works, and always a pleasant meeting.
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Recent News & Insights by Andrew
24 July 2025 | Time to read: 3 mins
The Hidden Pitfalls Behind Selling Land for Development in Scotland: What Every Landowner Should Know
Partner Andrew Leslie discusses the crucial aspects worth considering when selling land for development in Scotland.
27 January 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
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