What do you do for your clients?
I also have significant management experience in large law firms (including the negotiation of a merger with the world’s largest law firm). Over the years I have developed a great international network to support clients' growth plans. As well as advising clients on corporate matters at Arbor Law, I will be working with the co-founding team in a non-executive advisory role to help develop and implement strategic aims.
I focus on M&A, private equity/venture capital, joint venture and other commercial deals across a broad range of sectors. Having worked with start–ups to listed companies and various private entrepreneurs and PE backers, I have a thorough understanding of the needs and approaches of businesses large and small. My practice regularly involves the management and coordination of multi–disciplinary teams, interfacing with clients and other advisers.
That I’m measured, thoughtful and considered with a tactful, diplomatic style and strong interpersonal and relationship building skills which I use to help clients achieve their objectives.
Before Arbor
- 2017–21 Senior Partner, Scotland – Dentons UK and Middle East LLP
- 2014–17 Chief Executive –Maclay Murray & Spens LLP
- 1989–2014 Corporate Partner –Maclay Murray & Spens LLP (including term as Head of Corporate 2004–11)
- 1988–89 Associate – McKenna & Co (now CMS)
- 1982–88 Trainee, then Solicitor –Maclay Murray & Spens LLP
Education
- LLB (Hons) – University of Glasgow
- Diploma in Legal Practice – University of Glasgow
- Notary Public