Construction
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 4
Contact number
(0131) 625 9191Chambers Review
Recognised for its strong developer practice, Davidson Chalmers Stewart acts for clients on substantial construction projects. The department is experienced in advising on both residential and commercial developments, with a specific focus on the retail and leisure sectors. It also has experience representing clients in contentious construction mandates.
Work Highlights
- Davidson Chalmers Stewart acted for the developer of Scotland’s first inland artificial surf park, including associated leisure and accommodation facilities, now known as Lost Shore Surf Resort.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart is proactive and approachable. The responses provided are quick and detailed."
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart's lawyers are insightful and sensitive. The law firm also offers fair fees and clarity in the scope of its services. Its lawyers are aware of market forces and trends."
"The law firm provides clear analysis and assessment of complex matters, and considered advice and drafting thereafter. It has an in-depth understanding of the client's commercial objectives."
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart is proactive and approachable. The responses provided are quick and detailed."
"Davidson Chalmers Stewart's lawyers are insightful and sensitive. The law firm also offers fair fees and clarity in the scope of its services. Its lawyers are aware of market forces and trends."
"The law firm provides clear analysis and assessment of complex matters, and considered advice and drafting thereafter. It has an in-depth understanding of the client's commercial objectives."
Notable Practitioners
Simone Young advises leisure and retail clients as well as developers. She assists with construction issues concerning residential and commercial development projects.
"Simone Young is very good and she knows what she's doing. She also understands the commercial and technical side of things very well, and is very personable, sociable and easy to get hold of."
"Simone has an exceptional understanding of the client's business, and the ability to deliver clear and tailored advice to achieve the objectives."
"Simone is courteous, professional, helpful and understanding at all times of our own pressures and challenges as a client."
