Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Edinburgh
Mfmac has been delivering legal excellence since 1614, combining centuries of tradition with modern innovation. Our team of over 250 legal professionals provides tailored advice across corporate, private client, and public sector domains, prioritising practical solutions and cost transparency. With offices in Edinburgh and Glasgow, we serve clients across Scotland and internationally, maintaining a strong focus on sustainability, community engagement, and technological advancement.Our ISO 14001 accreditation underscores our commitment to environmental responsibility, while our Legal 500 and Chambers rankings affirm our market-leading expertise. We foster a collaborative culture that empowers both clients and colleagues, ensuring informed decision-making through accessible, jargon-free legal guidance.
Services
Real Estate
Public Sector
Corporate Finance
Employment Law
Construction
Private Client
Dispute Resolution
Project Finance
Planning & Environment
Renewable Energy
Highlights and features
- We offer 400+ years of legal expertise combined with modern innovation
- Our team of 250+ legal professionals delivers tailored, practical solutions
- ISO 14001 accredited for environmental management excellence
- Ranked in top legal directories including Legal 500 and Chambers
- Transparent pricing structure with no hidden costs
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
- Legal Sustainability Alliance
What people say
Excellent knowledge
Dynamic deal makers
Responsive service
Practical approach
Market leaders
Services
Real Estate
Our real estate team handles complex property transactions, development projects, and asset management. We advise major developers, investors, and public sector clients on commercial and residential schemes. With expertise in land acquisitions, planning permissions, and construction contracts, we ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while maximising commercial value.
Public Sector
We provide comprehensive legal support to public bodies and local authorities. Our services include procurement advice, regulatory compliance, infrastructure projects, and governance frameworks. We specialise in PFI/PPP schemes, healthcare infrastructure, and education sector projects, combining legal expertise with public service understanding.
Corporate Finance
Our corporate finance practice covers mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts. We advise businesses on restructuring, insolvency matters, and regulatory compliance. The team handles cross-border transactions and provides strategic guidance for growth-focused organisations in various industry sectors.
Construction Law
We offer specialist construction law services for infrastructure projects, including contract drafting, dispute resolution, and risk management. Our team handles major developments in transport, energy, and healthcare sectors, with expertise in NEC4 contracts and post-Grenfell fire safety regulations.
Private Client
Our private client services cover family law matters, wills, trusts, and inheritance planning. We provide immigration advice, power of attorney arrangements, and personal injury claims support, delivering sensitive solutions with professional discretion for individuals and families.
People
Jonathan Seddon
Partner
Specialises in real estate sectors including offices, retail, and purpose-built student accommodation. With extensive industry knowledge, he provides strategic property advice to major developers and investors across Scotland.
Rod Munro
Partner
Advises on major infrastructure projects, particularly in healthcare and transport sectors. Recognised as Scotland's leading PFI/PPP expert with decades of experience in public-private partnerships and procurement frameworks.
Neil Kelly
Partner
Construction law specialist with 40 years' experience. Handles complex infrastructure disputes and contract negotiations, particularly in NEC4 frameworks. Provides strategic guidance for major energy and transport developments across Scotland.
Suzanne Hardie
Partner
Focuses on infrastructure projects and public sector procurement. Advises on joint ventures and economic development initiatives, combining legal expertise with practical commercial understanding for large-scale developments.
Gavin Thomson
Partner
Construction disputes specialist handling multi-million-pound cases across energy and infrastructure sectors. Provides strategic dispute resolution advice for contractors, developers, and public bodies involved in major Scottish projects.
Questions
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in real estate, public sector projects, corporate finance, construction law, private client matters, and dispute resolution across Scotland and internationally.
How long has the firm been operating?
Established in 1614, we combine 400+ years of legal tradition with contemporary practices to serve modern client needs.
Are you accredited for environmental standards?
Yes, we hold ISO 14001 accreditation for our environmental management systems and sustainability practices.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
Our combination of historical expertise, transparent pricing, ISO accreditation, and client-focused approach distinguishes us in the Scottish legal market.
