Gilson Gray announces a raft of new promotions

Gilson Gray announces a raft of new promotions

Gilson Gray, the full-service legal firm, has announced its annual promotions as it continues to grow and broaden its service offering across Scotland and the wider UK. Rob McGregor has become head of estate agency at Gilson Gray’s burgeoning property division, while Callum Sutherland now leads new business and home-buying…

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Gilson Gray named best estate agency in Edinburgh and Lothians

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has scooped the title of Best Estate Agency in the 2024 Scottish Business Awards, recognising the high standards of services it provides to people buying and selling homes in Edinburgh and Lothians. The firm picked up the award at the 10th annual ceremony held on…

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Gilson Gray Financial Management names chief operating officer as it targets £1bn assets under management in 2024

Gilson Gray Financial Management (GGFM), the financial planning arm of full-service legal firm Gilson Gray, has promoted Emma Bradbury to chief operating officer (COO). Emma has been with the firm since it was first set up 10 years ago and has held several roles during that time supporting its expansion,…

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Gilson Gray signs former football star as new head of sports

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has appointed former Scottish football player and experienced solicitor David Winnie to lead its service offering in the sports sector. Combining David’s legal expertise with his experience and knowledge of the sporting world, he will head up the new sports and immigration specialism, working alongside…

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Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) Changes: April 2024

Navigating the world of property transactions can feel overwhelming at times, especially when it comes to understanding the tax implications involved. In Scotland, the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) is the key player in this arena, replacing the UK Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) from April 1st 2015. LBTT…

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Private equity investment for energy sector is picking up steam again

Investors are refreshing, diversifying and growing their portfolios, says Findlay Anderson Ask anyone, and they’ll likely have an opinion about the UK energy industry. Most of the current narrative is heavily politicised around tax changes (four in recent times) and presumptions against oil and gas. On the other hand there…

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Gilson Gray introduces mass litigation offering headed up by new associate

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has introduced a new mass litigation service, supporting people all over Scotland with data protection and financial services claims, with the appointment of an experienced legal associate to lead the specialism. Cat McGarrell joins the firm after nine years at Thompsons Solicitors as a group…

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Gilson Gray bolsters corporate team with two new hires

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has further strengthened its corporate team with two new hires. Donald Lawrie Morrison, a senior solicitor based in the firm’s Aberdeen office, joins from Squire Patton Boggs in London where his practice focused on multi-sectoral UK and international M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions.…

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Gilson Gray continues expansion with acquisition of Edinburgh firm MHD Law

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has further strengthened its position in Edinburgh with the acquisition of MHD Law. The deal represents the group’s second takeover deal of 2024. MHD has a 100-year history and, over that time, has established a strong local reputation for delivering legal services across property, estate…

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Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has strengthened its marketing and business development team with two new hires. Kelly Jones and Rachael Etheridge have been appointed as marketing manager and business development manager, respectively. Kelly joins the firm from communications agency The Lane, where she worked across a range of corporate sectors, including legal and professional services, as a senior account manager. In her new role, Kelly will help drive the firm’s marketing strategy to unlock new opportunities and maintain its position as a market leader. Rachael brings a wealth of experience to the business, having spent over ten years in business development and marketing positions at various legal firms. In the newly created role, Rachael will focus on building Gilson Gray’s regional offering by overseeing the delivery of its strategic growth plans. The announcement follows the promotion of Vanessa Kennedy to director of marketing and business development in September 2023. Kelly said: “It’s an exciting time to be joining Gilson Gray. The firm already has an excellent reputation, and I am eager to build on this by continuing to raise awareness of the brand across the UK through a range of campaigns that will further elevate its position.” Rachael said: “I’m looking forward to being part of the next chapter of Gilson Gray’s growth. As the Firm approaches its tenth anniversary, it is an ideal time to capitalise upon and develop further the strong identity and market position of the Group.” Vanessa Kennedy, Director of Marketing and Business Development, added: “Kelly and Rachael are valuable additions to the team. We have ambitious growth plans, and their experience will enable us to seize new opportunities and propel the firm forward with fully aligned strategic marketing and business development goals. We have a very exciting year ahead.”

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has strengthened its marketing and business development team with two new hires. Kelly Jones and Rachael Etheridge have been appointed as marketing manager and business development manager, respectively. Kelly joins the firm from communications agency The Lane, where she worked across a range of corporate…

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