From our five offices we support organisations and individuals with their legal requirements across the UK and Ireland. We have built our business on a wide range of legal expertise, a deep understanding of the sectors in which we operate, and a collaborative and inclusive culture. These are the cornerstones of our success, and therefore, more importantly, how we help our clients achieve their objectives.


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17 November 2025

Shepherd and Wedderburn appoints Marcus Wright as a Partner in its English Real Estate team

Marcus Wright has joined Shepherd and Wedderburn as a Partner in the firm’s English Real Estate team. Marcus brings over 25 years of commercial property experience and has advised investors, developers, landlords and tenants on complex property transactions and development projects. His expertise includes real estate development, investment acquisitions and disposals, forward fundings, lettings and […]

15 September 2025

Shepherd and Wedderburn appoints Donald Smith as a Partner in its Corporate Finance team

Shepherd and Wedderburn is pleased to announce that corporate finance specialist Donald Smith has joined the firm as a Partner in the Corporate Finance team. Donald brings a wealth of corporate finance and boardroom expertise, including in M&A, private equity and equity capital markets matters across a range of sectors from his time at Linklaters, […]

24 July 2025

Shepherd and Wedderburn Maintains Band 1 Ranking in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025

Shepherd and Wedderburn is pleased to announce that its Private Wealth and Tax team has once again secured its prestigious Band 1 ranking in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2025. This recognition reflects the team’s continued commitment to delivering the highest standards of client service and legal expertise to its clients. Shepherd and Wedderburn’s private wealth […]

22 July 2025

Shepherd and Wedderburn advise Peel Ports Group in connection with their deal for Global Ports Holding to become the new operator for Greenock Cruise Port

This is an exciting development for the local economy in Greenock and Scotland as a whole. A Shepherd and Wedderburn team consisting of George McKinlay, Jamie Grant, and Robbie McElroy provided extensive ports legal expertise and we look forward to working with Peel Ports Group as it goes from strength to strength.

21 July 2025

Strong growth for Shepherd and Wedderburn

Shepherd and Wedderburn has reported a 10% increase in turnover to £78.3 million and a 20% rise in net profits to £36.1 million for the year ending 30 April 2025. This marks the fifth consecutive year of revenue and profit growth, reflecting the firm’s sustained momentum and sharp focus on its strategic priorities.

12 May 2025

Shepherd and Wedderburn appoints Graham Young as latest Partner in top-ranked Clean Energy team

Contributor: Graham Young

Graham brings extensive experience in complex banking and finance transactions, and his technical skillset and sector expertise have earned him a strong reputation among peers and clients alike. He specialises in project finance, and in the structuring and financing of energy and infrastructure assets, both of which asset classes are priorities for growth and investment across the UK.“Knowing the calibre of clients and projects associated with the firm, I am delighted to be joining the clean energy team at Shepherd and Wedderburn,” Graham said. “Given the ambitious targets for deployment of clean energy generation, infrastructure and decarbonisation, there is a significant amount of work to do in structuring fit for purpose financial packages. I look forward to working with clients and colleagues to help achieve those ambitions.”Andrew Blain, Managing Partner, added, “We are delighted to welcome Graham to our team. His wealth of experience and deep understanding of the project finance markets will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our position in the clean energy sector. Graham’s expertise will not only enhance our service offerings but also support our clients in achieving their financing goals in a rapidly changing environment.”On 14 and 15 May, Shepherd and Wedderburn will be the headline sponsor of All-Energy 2025 at the SEC in Glasgow. As the UK’s largest annual renewable and low-carbon energy exhibition and conference, the event is a vital platform for industry leaders to discuss advancements in clean energy and share insights on the future of the sector. This is the firm’s 11th consecutive year as headline sponsor. 

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6 January 2026

Adjudicator’s decision upheld despite natural justice challenges

Contributors:
Iain Drummond, Alejandro Coghill

The court enforced a true value adjudication decision despite natural justice challenges, finding that even if the breaches were proven, they were insufficient to overturn the decision.

6 January 2026

Is 2026 the year of payment reforms?

Contributors:
Leigh Herd, Gemma Nimmo

The UK government has proposed eight measures of legislation, which are set to be the most significant reform to payment protections in over 25 years. This article provides some commentary around those proposals.

6 January 2026

Right to roam v right to resort: Planning permission granted for Center Parcs Scotland

Contributor: Stephanie Hepburn

Scottish Borders Council has now granted planning permission for the Center Parcs holiday village near Hawick, following its earlier decision to approve a draft access byelaw for submission to the Scottish Ministers for statutory consultation. The decision balances Scotland’s right to roam against security, operational needs, and significant projected economic benefits.

30 December 2025

What is Capital Gains Tax and is it relevant to me as a Trustee?

Contributors:
Claire McCarte, Erin Ryan

While Trustees may be well-versed in income tax matters, Capital Gains Tax poses an important and often complex consideration.

23 December 2025

Getty Images v Stability AI: A long-awaited judgment that leaves AI stakeholders waiting longer

Contributor: Ruairidh Leishman

Insight into the widely anticipated AI copyright infringement case, Getty Images v. Stability AI.

22 December 2025

European Commission approves extension of UK adequacy decisions

Contributors:
Joanna Boag-Thomson, Alison White

In late October, the European Data Protection Board issued its opinions on the proposed decision of the European Commission to extend the current adequacy decisions that allow transfers of personal data to flow freely from the EEA to the UK.

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