One of the largest construction law groups in Scotland, renowned for our expertise provided to clients across the Scottish construction sector.
Our award-winning team of construction lawyers advises clients at all stages of the construction process. From advice on appropriate forms of procurement, including drafting and negotiation of contracts (including SBCC, JCT and NEC), to contract and claims advice aimed at dispute avoidance and management and, if necessary, formal dispute resolution procedures, our clients benefit from our market-leading expertise and experience acquired through decades of advising on all aspects of construction law.
We understand our clients’ commercial aims and apply our extensive practical experience to identify and manage risk appropriately. We look to identify areas where difficulties could arise and, by addressing these at the start of a project, we aim to reduce the likelihood of costly problems at a later stage.
We regularly act in teams involving designers, quantity surveyors, funders, planners and claims advisers, working collaboratively to deliver the best possible outcomes for our clients. Solely devoted to construction work, our team can provide straightforward and practical advice to all sectors of the construction market.
MacRoberts has been at the forefront of Scotland’s construction sector for over 30 years, and we act for clients operating in all areas of the industry, including public sector bodies, private developers, contractors, sub-contractors, suppliers, professionals and insurers.
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In 2016, we became one of the first law firms in Scotland to become Living Wage accredited employers.
Winners of Corporate & Commercial Team of the Year and Family Law Team of the Year at the Scottish Legal Awards 2020.
Our Real Estate team won the Property Team of the Year Award at the British Legal Awards in 2018.
Winner of SME of the Year at the Scottish SME Awards 2017, hosted by Scottish Business Insider.
Highly Commended for Commercial Team of the Year at the British Legal Awards 2016.
We are a proud member of the Legal Sustainability Alliance, a network of law firms committed to working collaboratively to reduce our environmental impact
In 2019, MacRoberts achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification, a UK Government entry-level information security standard.
MacRoberts holds the ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management, the most widely recognised quality management system standard in the world.
MacRoberts holds the ISO14001:2015 certification for Environmental Management, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to environmental awareness.
MacRoberts holds the ISO27001:2013 certification for Information Security, an internationally recognised security gold standard.
Business continuity is a critical element of the Business Management System at MacRoberts and we hold full accreditation with the ISO 22301:2012.
MacRoberts is a member of IP Inclusive, a network of intellectual property professionals working to make our community more equal, diverse and inclusive.
We are active members of the PRIME Programme – an organisation that focuses on ensuring a career in law is open to talent from all economic and social backgrounds.
MacRoberts supports the Scottish Business Pledge, a values-led partnership between Government and business that is based on boosting productivity and competitiveness through fairness, equality and sustainable employment.
We are supporters of the Partnership for Change, a network of organisations and individuals who share a common ambition to improve diversity on boards and in senior leadership.
MacRoberts is a Disability Confident employer, and are committed to disability equality across our firm.
MacRoberts fully supports flexible working practices and supports family-friendly working practices.
MacRoberts became a member of the Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme in 2018.
MacRoberts is a longstanding member of Scotland Food & Drink, the leading trade association for Scotland's food and drink industry.
