John heads the firm’s Rural Land & Business team, advising on the sale, purchase and lease of estates, farms and forestry and natural capital assets. He acts for major landowners and is regularly instructed on high-profile, high-value rural transactions across Scotland.
An Accredited Specialist in Agricultural Law by the Law Society of Scotland, John provides strategic advice on agricultural holdings, land reform, rural development and diversification, energy and infrastructure projects, as well as sporting and fishing rights. His practice spans the full spectrum of rural land ownership and business operation.
Ranked Band 1 for Agricultural & Rural Affairs by Chambers & Partners and recognised in the Hall of Fame by The Legal 500, John is widely regarded as a leader in his field. From a farming background, he brings commercial pragmatism, sector insight and a collaborative approach to complex rural mandates.
• Accredited Specialist in Agricultural Law, Law Society of Scotland
• Band 1 – Agricultural & Rural Affairs, Chambers & Partners
• Hall of Fame – The Legal 500
• Member, Scottish Land & Estates Legal Group
• Member and former legal adviser, Scottish Agricultural Arbiters and Valuers Association
