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08 February 2019
Categories: Movers & Shakers , Profession
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Gillespie Macandrew

Firm expands its Glasgow offering

Scottish firm Gillespie Macandrew has expanded its Glasgow presence with the opening of a new office in the city centre.

Located at 163 West George Street, the firm’s latest premises provide an expanded base to cater to its clientele in the commercial real estate, housebuilder, energy, and land and rural sectors. The Glasgow team is headed up by commercial property partner Greg Peebles (pictured) and construction and dispute resolution partner Isobell Reid. Greg commented: ‘This is a very exciting time for us, and a real opportunity for growth. We look forward to welcoming new and existing clients into our new space.’

Gillespie Macandrew CEO Robert Graham-Campbell also said: ‘This is a much-needed new home for our team and a base from which we aim to grow and consolidate our presence in Glasgow. This expanded space demonstrates our continued commitment to the west, and will allow us to serve our clients better across Scotland.’

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