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.
For want of a nail: The construction materials shortage crisis
In spite of the largely sunny weather a perfect storm is currently brewing across the United Kingdom which seems likely to give rise to a fresh wave of litigation within the construction sector.
The Unforeseen Pitfalls of Online Will Writing Service or a DIY Will Kit in Scotland
Over recent years, online Will writing services and DIY Will kits have become widely available. Such services can be completed instantly and at a low cost which can be very appealing. There are, however, a number of pitfalls in preparing a Will using an online service or a DIY Will kit, some of which are outlined in this blog.
Yellowstone Ranch Trust
Why did John Dutton decide to place his family ranch into a trust? Without giving away any spoilers, the short answer is that he was seeking to protect the ranch for the benefit of his rather troublesome children. The ranch has been handed down the generations, and John is desperately trying to do the same for his children.
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.
Harper Macleod advises new owners on purchase of Ardersier Port to create UK’s largest energy transition facility
Harper Macleod is delighted to have advised Ardersier Port (Scotland) Limited on the purchase of the former McDermotts fabrication yard in Ardersier.
Harper Macleod Employment Law team grows to meet demands of pandemic and beyond
The Employment Law team at Harper Macleod, one of the leading group of advisers to employers and employees in Scotland, is delighted to announce a series of appointments and promotions as it continues to grow across the country.
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