A different kind of law firm
At Harper Macleod, it's all about you, not us. We put your needs at the heart of everything we do. We believe that your success determines our success and because no two clients are the same to us, we'll work harder than anyone else to understand your needs and objectives.
You need problem solvers and advisers, not just lawyers. Our inquisitive nature means you can be sure we'll get under the skin of your business or personal related matter and provide you with an effective solution. It's this drive that sets us apart and delivers a better outcome for you or your organisation.
Here with you, here for you
We offer a complete range of legal services for business, individuals & families, the public sector, and the modern rural economy in Scotland, the UK and beyond.
With a team of almost 400 people, we have specialists across all legal disciplines, covering every service you are likely to need in both your business and personal life.
We're here to help
We are one of Scotland's leading independent law firms with a unique office footprint in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness, Thurso, Elgin and Lerwick.
Our entire team of specialists is working hard across the country to help you and Scotland get moving. No matter where you are, we are on hand and ready to help.
Climate Change
At Harper Macleod, we put Climate Change at the heart of our practice. In 2019, Scotland declared a global emergency and set some of the world's toughest climate change legislation, with a legal requirement to meet net zero carbon emissions by 2045.
International Business
We have a considerable international practice and work both with domestic clients who are doing business across the globe, and with clients based outside Scotland and the UK who require legal representation here.
Coronavirus legal advice
As Scotland and the UK continue to deal with the impact of COVID-19 on businesses, organisations and individuals, those operating in all sectors face difficulties, financial and otherwise. Find out how we can help.
Brexit
Harper Macleod's specialists can help businesses, organisations and individuals come to terms with the new post-Brexit landscape and its practical and legal implications.
Defamation – The anti-social media
Mr Blackledge’s case highlights the potential for serious damage to an individual’s life and reputation if there is a lack of effective remedy to what may become a common scenario.
UK Government's consultation on flexible working
As has been heavily publicised in the news this week, the UK Government has launched a consultation seeking views from individuals and businesses on proposals to reform flexible working regulations.
Sustainable procurement: the duty on contracting authorities to ‘do the right thing’
With such a huge focus on climate change and the upcoming COP26, and the growing importance of the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) agenda, focus on sustainability generally has been amplified in all sectors and areas of society. Here, we consider the sustainable procurement duty placed on public bodies in relation to public procurement, and how the duty operates in practice.
Harper Macleod construction specialists help Fife Council seal deal for 260 affordable houses
The specialist construction contract advisory team at Harper Macleod has helped Fife Council beat the clock to close a £50m housing deal with Robertson Construction Group Limited for seven sites across the Kingdom.
Harper Macleod sponsors development staff at Highland Rugby Club ahead of new season
Harper Macleod is delighted to be sponsoring development staff at Highland RFC for the coming season. The firm’s name will be emblazoned on the kit of the club’s community coaches and Development Officers and will also be displayed on a pitch-side board at the Canal Park ground.
Harper Macleod advises space tech startup R3-IoT on £3.1m investment
Harper Macleod is delighted to have advised Glasgow-headquartered space tech startup R3-IoT as it secured a £3.1 million investment as it prepares to expand internationally.
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