Sale of Malt Portfolio
In one of Scotland’s landmark industrial deals of 2025, MFMac advised Cedarwood Asset Management and David Samuel Properties on the £26 million sale of the Malt Portfolio.
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Our partner-led teams offer expert property investment advice, specialising in acquiring, managing and disposing of all types of property investment assets. With deep expertise in planning, construction, real estate, finance and asset management, we deliver strategic legal advice that maximises value and minimises risk at every stage of the commercial property investment journey.
Maximise value, minimise risk – legal advice for commercial property investment
We advise on the acquisition, management and disposal of all types of property investment assets – from single-tenant buildings to complex, cross-border portfolios. Our partner-led teams bring together expertise in planning, construction, real estate, finance and asset management to deliver seamless, end-to-end support.
We work with a diverse client base investing in commercial property, including institutional funds, boutique investment firms, private property companies, international investors and high-net-worth individuals – helping them unlock value and manage risk across every stage of the investment lifecycle.
First-class, practical property investment advice
We are deeply engaged in the market – actively working on transactions and building relationships with dealmakers – which enables us to deliver high-quality, practical advice to our clients. Our commercially astute team offers a comprehensive, premium service led by experienced property lawyers. With strong expertise in property investment and robust resourcing capabilities, we are well-equipped to manage transactions swiftly and efficiently.
Our clients rely on us to understand their markets and provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice – delivered clearly, concisely, and within tight deadlines. Our ability to consistently meet expectations is reflected in the long-standing relationships we’ve built and our recognition as one of Scotland’s leading commercial real estate practices.
Integrated legal support for investors
We cover planning, environmental, construction and dispute resolution to protect and grow your real estate assets.
Our memberships
We are active members of the Property Investment Community in Scotland. Chris McLeish and Mark Colquhoun are members of the Investment Property Forum. We are also members of the Scottish Property Federation. Gillian Campbell is a member of the Scottish Property Federation Commercial Property Committee and was a member of the Women's Fund Advisory Board for over six years.
Our Real Estate Investment Experts
With a team of 70, our legal offering is large enough to handle any real estate deal.
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Chris McLeish
PartnerChris is a trusted adviser to institutional investors and developers, with deep expertise in structuring and delivering complex commercial property deals across Scotland.
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Kelsey Gibson
PartnerKelsey advises commercial investors on complex acquisitions, asset management and development strategies – bringing deep market insight and a track record of delivering value across Scotland’s most high-profile property investments.
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Alan Stewart
PartnerAlan advises institutional and corporate clients on high-value real estate investments, including acquisitions, disposals and strategic asset management.
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Michael Ramsay
PartnerMichael provides senior legal support to property investment clients in the acquisition, sale and funding of their assets. Michael and his experienced team also support those clients in the lease management work of their investments in an efficient and manner. Michael is ranked by Chambers which noted the following: "Michael Ramsay is a valued adviser to clients, with a notable strength in transactional mandates, acting for both buyers and sellers."
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Gillian Campbell
PartnerGillian specialises in guiding investors through complex property transactions and portfolio structuring across the commercial real estate sector.
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Nicole Cook
PartnerNicole provides real estate investors with tailored legal advice on commercial acquisitions, leasing strategies and investment risk management
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Chris Clarkson
Legal DirectorChris provides strategic counsel to real estate investors on transactional matters and long-term asset planning.
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Mark Colquhoun
Legal DirectorMark advises clients on investment property deals, including due diligence, leasing and asset optimisation.
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Emma Keil
Legal DirectorEmma works with investors to deliver commercially focused solutions across acquisitions, leasing and development projects.
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Amie Brown
Senior AssociateAmie is a commercial property lawyer with over 10 years' experience advising clients across investment, development and landlord and tenant transactions. She acts for a wide range of investors, developers, landlord and occupiers and provides practical, commercially focused advice tailored to each client's objectives.
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Mark Quinn
PartnerMark is highly experienced in structuring, acquiring and managing property investment assets for a wide range of clients, including institutional funds and private investors, across all commercial real estate sectors.
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Hamish Campbell
Legal DirectorHamish advises on the acquisition, management and disposal of commercial property investments, supporting clients with asset management, portfolio transactions and finance matters across Scotland.
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Stephen Wyper
Senior SolicitorStephen has a broad range of experience acting for investors, landlords and tenants on acquisitions, disposals and asset management of commercial property investments, as well as real estate finance and development.
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Craig Muir
AssociateCraig specialises in advising on investment acquisitions, sales and asset management for commercial property clients, with experience in high-profile transactions and regeneration projects in Scotland’s key markets.
