Gillian Harkness-McKinlay

Gillian is a highly regarded corporate, commercial, public law and charities specialist, focused on advising public and third sector organisations. She is driven by supporting purpose-led bodies that improve lives across Scotland and beyond, delivering clear, strategic advice on complex governance and structural matters.

She has advised on some of Scotland’s flagship public sector initiatives. Gillian also played a key advisory role in the national Hub public sector infrastructure programme and is a recognised expert in alternative delivery models and public sector corporate structures.

A specialist in charity law and governance, she advises on incorporations, regulatory compliance and board governance, including involvement in establishing Scotland’s first SCIO.

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