Burness Paull LLP stands out for its expertise in public law and regulatory compliance matters, regularly advising higher education institutions, funding councils and colleges on a range of advisory and transactional mandates. Practice leader Hazel Moffat’s client roster includes student loan companies and educational regulatory bodies. Scott Peterkin leads the property department and handles real estate transactions, while James Forbes focuses on construction and infrastructure projects within the education sector. The team is also well-equipped to advise on immigration compliance cases, joint venture interests, and sales and purchases of land. Fiona Killen departed for Harper Macleod LLP in June 2023.
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Témoignages
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‘The team are responsive and knowledgeable.’
‘Knowledgeable, helpful, professional and responsive.’
Clients clés
- University of the West of Scotland
- University of St Andrews
- Robert Gordon’s College
- North East Scotland College
- The UNITE UK student Accommodation Fund
- University of Dundee
Points forts
- Advised University of Dundee on immigration-related matters.
- Advising Harlow College on employment advice, immigration, and nationality matters in respect of staff and students.
- Advising University of St. Andrews in respect of their interests in joint ventures for the development of land for University facilities.
Avocats
Responsable de la pratique
Hazel Moffat
Autres avocats clés
Scott Peterkin; James Forbes