Anderson Strathern promotes Eilidh MacEwan to partner
Anderson Strathern has strengthened its dispute resolution team with the promotion of commercial litigation specialist Eilidh MacEwan to partner. A solicitor advocate with more than 10 years’ experience, she advises...
Anderson Strathern secures multiple lots in Government framework win
Independent law firm Anderson Strathern has been named as a supplier on six lots of Government Commercial Agency’s (GCA) new RM6374 Legal Panel for Public Sector framework. The firm, which...
Strong growth continues as pre-tax profit rises 18%
Anderson Strathern has posted a profit before tax of £11.38m, up 18% year-on-year. The Edinburgh-headquartered law firm’s results for the year ended 31 March 2026 also showed turnover rising by...
People-first approach puts Anderson Strathern in the running for UK Employer of the Year
Anderson Strathern has been named as a finalist for UK Employer of the Year at the Investors in People Awards 2026. The independent firm, which has almost 400 employees across...
Private Client team celebrates major win at Scottish Legal Awards
Anderson Strathern’s Private Client team has been named Private Client Team of the Year at the 2026 Scottish Legal Awards. The award recognises the team’s outstanding performance over the past...
Top-ranked immigration lawyer joins Anderson Strathern as firm continues to invest in talent
Independent Scottish law firm Anderson Strathern has appointed leading immigration lawyer Jamie Kerr as partner, alongside 20 new trainee and newly qualified solicitor appointments across the firm this autumn. Jamie,...
Anderson Strathern reinforces commitment to Orkney with move to new Kirkwall office
Independent Scottish law firm Anderson Strathern has relocated its Orkney team to new premises in the heart of Kirkwall, marking the next phase of its investment in the Northern Isles....
Leading law firm continues winning streak on sports and leisure deals
Anderson Strathern’s commercial property team has played a key role in Northwind Leisure Golf’s appointment as operating partner for the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews’ (R&A) community-based...
Anderson Strathern strengthens disputes team as demand for contentious estate advice grows in Scotland
We have appointed trusts and private wealth disputes specialist Sarah-Jane Macdonald as a partner within our Dispute Resolution team. Driven by financial pressures, changing attitudes within families and greater...
Anderson Strathern appointed to support major cultural project in capital
Anderson Strathern will provide advice for a landmark project at the historic Royal High School on Edinburgh’s Calton Hill. The firm’s specialist teams will work closely with the National...
Anderson Strathern joins forces with Maggie’s in year-long commitment to cancer support
Anderson Strathern has selected Maggie’s as its charity partner for the next 12 months, backing its essential support for people living with cancer across the UK. Over the course of...
Anderson Strathern strengthens Northern Isles presence with senior appointment
Anderson Strathern has strengthened its presence in the Northern Isles with the promotion of Ellen Eunson to Partner in its Rural team. Based in Orkney, Ellen’s appointment – just two...
Anderson Strathern announces senior promotions across Scotland
Anderson Strathern has announced a series of senior promotions across its Edinburgh, Glasgow and Orkney offices, reflecting continued growth and increasing demand across several of its core practice areas. Four...
Alastair McKie
Alastair McKie joined AS in 1999, bringing with him valuable experience from local government and a passion for planning and development work that would shape so much of what followed....
Anderson Strathern Asset Management appoints new Managing Director
Anderson Strathern Asset Management Limited (ASAM) has appointed Arlene Ewing as Managing Director as it looks to grow its team and services across Scotland. Arlene brings more than 35 years’...
Rising demand for commercial property services boosts Anderson Strathern team
Independent Scottish law firm, Anderson Strathern, has announced the appointment of a new partner to bolster its existing team of commercial property specialists in what is expected to be a...
Carole Tomlinson appointed as new chair of Anderson Strathern
Anderson Strathern has announced the appointment of Carole Tomlinson as its new chair as the firm celebrates its 325th year in business in Scotland. Ms Tomlinson will take up the...
Stephen McDonagh
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear partner, Stephen McDonagh. Stephen had a remarkable life. Before he turned to law, he was a...
Anderson Strathern Inquiries Unit lead named Lawyer of the Year
Our Partner Catriona Watt, co-leader of the firm’s Inquiries Unit has been named Lawyer of the Year at this year’s Scottish Legal Awards. Catriona picked up the title at the...
Anderson Strathern grows senior team with 12 new appointments
Our firm has recently announced the appointment of five partners and seven directors – strengthening our services across several growth areas. The three new recruits and nine internal promotions will...
Anderson Strathern partners named winners Scottish Women’s Awards
Two of our partners were among the winners of this year’s Scottish Women Awards. Catriona Watt and Sarah Phillips picked up the ‘Best Professional in Business’ title at the awards,...
Anderson Strathern launches specialist Inquiries Unit
Our firm is announcing the launch of our new Inquiries Unit with a team of specialist solicitors working across Fatal Accident Inquiries and Public Inquiries. Well known inquiries lawyers Catriona...
Anderson Strathern signs up to support Alzheimer Scotland
Anderson Strathern signs up to support Alzheimer Scotland Following a staff vote, we have announced a new partnership with Scotland’s national dementia charity. Our firm is embarking on a 12-month...
Anderson Strathern signs up as Lawscot Foundation sponsor
Our firm has stepped up its longstanding support for social mobility within the legal sector by signing up as a corporate sponsor of the Lawscot Foundation. We will provide a...
Law firm Anderson Strathern’s Corporate team complete more than 100 deals in 2024
Record breaking year for Anderson Strathern’s Corporate team Law firm Anderson Strathern’s Corporate team completed more than 100 deals in 2024, with an aggregate value of circa £1 billion. The...
Anderson Strathern wins Private Client Firm of the Year and Insurance Firm of the Year 2024
Anderson Strathern is delighted to announce its recognition as Private Client Firm of the Year and Insurance Firm of the Year at the Legal 500 Scotland Awards 2024. These awards...
Anderson Strathern Reinforces Senior Team with Partner and Director Appointments
Eight promotions set to boost firm’s success for 2024/25 Anderson Strathern has announced the promotion of five new partners and three directors, which will strengthen the independent law firm’s services...
Anderson Strathern commits to Northern Isles, creating new jobs
Independent Scottish law firm Anderson Strathern is set to establish a permanent presence in Kirkwall as of 22 August 2024, within the Orkney town’s historic ‘Old Library’. The expansion follows...
Anderson Strathern strengthens construction disputes service with new team
Independent law firm Anderson Strathern has strengthened its construction dispute resolution offering with the addition of a new specialised team, led by newly-appointed partner Michael Collins and director Mary Frances...
Anderson Strathern senior hires to bolster firm’s strategy for success
Independent law firm Anderson Strathern has reinforced its senior team with the appointment of one partner and a further three directors. The hires strengthen Anderson Strathern’s dispute resolution, rural,...