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Douglas Milne
PartnerA Band 2-ranked planning specialist in Chambers UK, Douglas leads MFMac’s Planning Law team and is widely respected for his strategic advice on major infrastructure projects, public inquiries and compulsory purchase matters across Scotland.
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Isobell Reid
PartnerIsobell is a seasoned litigator with deep expertise in planning and property disputes, regularly appearing before the Lands Tribunal and Scottish Land Court on behalf of commercial clients and public bodies.
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Kenneth Carruthers
PartnerA dual-qualified lawyer and planner, Ken brings over 30 years of experience to complex planning and real estate litigation, and is praised by Chambers for his commercial instincts and strategic problem-solving.
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Rory Alexander
PartnerIndividually ranked in Chambers UK for both Planning and Local Government, Rory leads MFMac’s Local Government team and is known for his pragmatic advice on housing, regeneration and statutory planning matters.
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Cameron Greig
Legal DirectorCameron brings standout experience in planning litigation, regularly acting in high-profile inquiries and CPO claims, and recognised for his ability to quickly grasp complex legal and technical issues.
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Isabel Salvesen
AssociateIsabel is a rising talent in planning and environmental law, advising on planning agreements, climate change regulation and contaminated land, and playing a key role in MFMac’s Energy and Climate Change Unit.
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Nick Atkins
ConsultantWith decades of experience in environmental law, Nick advises on high-stakes matters involving nuclear, defence and contaminated land, and is known for his work on nationally significant regeneration and infrastructure projects.
Planning & Environmental Law
Our planning and environmental lawyers act for developers, landowners, funders and public bodies on all aspects of planning and environmental law.
Strategic planning advice that moves projects forward
Ranked in Band 2 by Chambers UK for Planning in Scotland, our team is trusted by major developers, landowners, funders and public bodies to deliver strategic advice on some of the country’s most complex and high-value developments.
We act on everything from residential and retail schemes to nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects, regularly appearing in public inquiries. We frequently advise acquiring authorities and affected landowners on compulsory purchase. Clients value our deep sector knowledge, commercial instinct and ability to move quickly when the pressure is on.
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With a cross-disciplinary team, our legal offering is agile enough to handle any real estate deal.
Public Consultation on the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill
The Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill (the Bill) was introduced by the Scottish Government on 19 February 2025. With the window for submitting views closing tomorrow, 9 May 2025, this is a pivotal moment for Scotland's environmental future. This article explores what Part 1 of the Bill entails and how you can ensure your organisation makes decisions in line with the potential changes.
Wild swimming in Scotland: Landowners can make the most of it
For landowners considering the possibilities of encouraging local wild swimming, it is important to understand the ins and outs of bathing water designation. It is an opportunity to not only harness the value of these natural resources for tourism and local business, but also to ensure the protection of both public health and the environment.
Labour's pledge to planning reform and 1.5 million new houses
Following their success in the General Election earlier this month, Labour put tackling the planning system, and in turn, the housing crisis, at the centre of their bid to drive economic growth. Their manifesto had pledged to deliver 1.5 million new houses over the course of their term.
National Planning Framework 4: Guidance from the Courts
As the first half of the year draws to a close, it presents a good opportunity to look back and draw together the decisions the Court of Session have handed down over the last few months which provide guidance on the interpretation of three key policies in National Planning Framework 4.