Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Glasgow
Macdonald Henderson stands as one of Scotland's foremost corporate law firms, dedicated to serving entrepreneurs, owner-managers, family businesses, and individuals. With over three decades of experience, we combine commercial awareness with a personal approach to deliver expert legal advice at competitive rates. Our firm has consistently ranked among Scotland's top professional advisors, earning recognition for its energetic, savvy, and client-focused ethos. In 2021, we were named in The Times Best Law Firms, joining only seven other Scottish firms in this prestigious category. Our team has maintained a ranked status in The Legal 500 since 2015, praised for providing practical, solution-driven advice with exceptional responsiveness and attention to detail.We specialise in guiding clients through complex legal landscapes, from corporate transactions and commercial property matters to private client services and dispute resolution. Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through our registered office facility, company secretarial support, and annual company watch service, ensuring clients receive comprehensive assistance tailored to their specific needs. With offices in Glasgow's city centre and West End, we combine local expertise with international capability to serve clients across Scotland and beyond.
Services
Corporate Commercial Property
Residential Conveyancing
Private Client Services
Commercial Disputes
Corporate Recovery
Personal Disputes
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of specialist corporate law experience in Scotland
- Recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2021 for M&A work
- Ranked continuously in The Legal 500 since 2015
- Personalised client approach with commercial, solution-driven advice
- Extensive experience handling transactions from start-ups to SMEs
Associations and certifications
- The Legal 500
What people say
Professionalism and speed
Expert pair of hands
Quick and efficient legal process
Outstanding support and advice
Seamless transaction experience
Services
Corporate Commercial Property
Our commercial property team advises on property transactions crucial to business operations. We handle purchases, sales, leasing, and mortgaging of retail premises, industrial units, factories, offices, and nursing homes. With extensive experience acting for developers, retailers, banks, and property investors, we ensure smooth transactions while providing practical guidance on property considerations. Our expertise extends to advising both landlords and tenants on lease agreements and property management matters.
Residential Conveyancing
We provide clear, professional support for residential property transactions throughout Scotland. Our services cover buying and selling property, remortgaging, equity release schemes, and property disputes. We work closely with estate agents and mortgage providers to ensure smooth processes, offering guidance on legal requirements including missives, property registration, and settlement procedures. Our team handles complex cases involving shared ownership and gifted funds while maintaining clear communication throughout the transaction.
Private Client Services
Our private client team specialises in personal legal requirements including will creation, trusts, powers of attorney, and separation agreements. We provide tailored advice on estate planning, cohabitation agreements, and inheritance matters with a compassionate approach. The team offers home visits when appropriate and handles estate administration, charitable trusts, and personal dispute resolution, ensuring clients receive practical solutions for important life events.
Commercial Disputes
We assist businesses with dispute resolution through negotiation, mediation, or litigation. Our expertise covers debt recovery, contract disputes, shareholder disagreements, property conflicts, insolvency matters, and intellectual property issues. We focus on achieving effective solutions that allow clients to maintain business operations while protecting their interests. The team provides strategic guidance on dispute prevention and risk management for various industry sectors.
Corporate Recovery
Our corporate recovery services support businesses through financial difficulties, offering restructuring solutions and insolvency guidance. We advise on directors' duties, liquidation processes, asset sales, and pre-pack administrations. Working with insolvency professionals, we provide legal support for corporate restructuring while maintaining focus on practical solutions. The team helps clients navigate financial challenges with commercial awareness, aiming to preserve business value where possible.
People
David Beveridge
Corporate Team
Experienced corporate lawyer with extensive expertise in mergers and acquisitions, providing strategic legal guidance to businesses across Scotland. Recognised for commercial awareness and transactional excellence.
Laura McKnight
Corporate Team
Specialist in corporate transactions with a track record of successfully managing complex deals for entrepreneurs and SMEs. Praised for professionalism and client-focused approach.
Ian Anderson
Commercial Property Team
Leading commercial property solicitor with significant experience handling major property projects across Scotland, including retail developments and industrial property transactions.
Gordon Lennox
Private Client Team
Experienced private client lawyer providing expert advice on wills, trusts, and estate planning with a personalised approach to individual client needs.
Jennifer Love
Commercial Disputes Team
Skilled dispute resolution lawyer handling complex commercial conflicts through negotiation and litigation, focusing on practical solutions for business clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Macdonald Henderson specialise in?
We specialise in corporate law, commercial property, residential conveyancing, private client services, commercial disputes, corporate recovery, and personal disputes.
How experienced is the legal team at Macdonald Henderson?
Our team has over 30 years of combined experience, with specialists regularly handling complex transactions for entrepreneurs, family businesses, and SMEs across Scotland.
What makes Macdonald Henderson different from other law firms?
We combine technical expertise with a personal approach, providing practical, solution-driven advice while maintaining The Legal 500's recognised responsiveness and attention to detail.
Can Macdonald Henderson handle both business and personal legal matters?
Yes, we offer comprehensive services for both business needs like mergers and acquisitions, and personal matters including wills, trusts, and property transactions.
Do you provide legal services outside Glasgow?
While based in Glasgow, we provide legal services throughout Scotland, handling property transactions and corporate matters nationwide.
