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Brodies LLP has advised VINCI Airports on the acquisition of the majority shareholding in Edinburgh Airport Limited – the company that owns Edinburgh Airport – for £1.27 billion. VINCI Airports – a global private airports operator and subsidiary of VINCI Concessions – w

Brodies LLP has made two key appointments in its commercial property and private client practices. Nicola Grant takes on the role of legal director in commercial real estate, while associate Alison Reid joins the firm's private client team to advise individuals and families on personal matters.

Brodies LLP has advised on a first-of-its-kind war risk insurance that enables Ukraine's international exports to be shipped across the Black Sea. Acting for Ukraine's Export Credit Agency (the ECA), Brodies advised on an insurance facility that places relevant funds in accounts at Ukrainian state b

The First Division of the Inner House has quashed the decision of a reporter which had allowed an appeal by the operators of a motocross track against an enforcement notice on the basis that it was served out of time. James Findlay KC and Kenneth Young of Terra Firma Chambers, instructed by Brodies

In recent days Colombian pop star Shakira has settled a long running dispute with the Spanish authorities on her tax residence between 2012 and 2014. The singer has paid over 7.5 million euros to bring the case to an end, writes Kevin Winters. The Spanish authorities reportedly argued that Shak

Brodies LLP has been reappointed to the City of Edinburgh Council's new Legal Services Framework where it will provide support in four out of the six available lots. The result of a competitive tender process run by the council but creating a framework that can be used by many local authorities acro

Brodies LLP has added to its growing Highlands and Islands practice with the appointment of Gary Webster as partner. Mr Webster joins Brodies' Inverness office and the firm's rural business practice. With 19 years' legal experience, he acts for landowners and rural business owners, specialising in c

It is rare that family cases are heard by the Inner House, but in August 2023, Lord Tyre, Lord Pentland and Lady Wise heard the appeal in the case of Foster v Foster, writes Kate Bradbury. On Friday 29 September 2023, the Inner House issued its decision, providing clarity on two points:

Scotland’s target of net zero emissions by 2045 requires change in many sectors – the commercial property market being one of them. A recent Scottish government consultation cited improving the energy performance of buildings as a key part of its strategy, writes Matt Farrell. In En

Brodies LLP has been reappointed to the Scottish government's latest legal services framework across five out of the six available lots. Following the competitive tender process, Brodies will provide public bodies across Scotland with legal services relating to contract, commercial and corporate law

Osprey Housing has appointed two new ‘apprentice’ board members. Joining as Osprey’s first non-voting boardroom apprentices are Lauren Allan, an assistant technical co-ordinator with Barratt Developments, and University of Aberdeen law graduate Niamh Johnston, a member of Brodies&r

Brodies LLP has received double honours at the Scottish Business Insider Deals and Dealmakers awards 2023. The firm was named legal advisor of the year and received the award for diversity and inclusion. The honours were presented last week at a ceremony at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Glasgow. Now i

Alison Bryce has joined Brodies LLP as a partner. She joins from Dentons and brings more than 20 years of experience. In addition to core commercial contracts, she specialises in IP and innovation, with sector expertise in food and drink, fintech and green energy.

The Edinburgh office of Brodies LLP has become the first project in Scotland to achieve WELL certification at the platinum level by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), in recognition of its health and wellbeing considerations for colleagues and visitors.

Brodies LLP has again been recognised by the annual Chambers UK High Net Worth Guide for advising clients on high-value personal and family matters. The firm maintains band 1 rankings for private wealth law services in Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh, and as national leaders outside London. Brodies