Gilson Gray secures experienced real estate partner

Gilson Gray LLP has strengthened its real estate team in Glasgow, with its appointment of partner Donna Kelly-Gilmour from Brodies.

A seasoned commercial property practitioner, Ms Kelly-Gilmour brings extensive experience in real estate and renewable energy.

She trained at Wright Johnstone & Mackenzie, rising to partner and moved to Brodies after 20 successful years.

Recent achievements include representing SCDI on acquiring an interest in the Beatrice and Inch Cape offshore windfarms and representing npower over its deal with Tullis Russell for a major CHP plant in Markinch.

She said: “This is a real opportunity to be involved in the development of something great, for both clients and the firm.

“Gilson Gray’s model reflects the market we operate in and its growth is driven by people others want to work with, and for. I was impressed by its track record and I’m excited to join and contribute to what promises to be a bright future for the firm.”

Gilson Gray’s head of real estate, Murray Stewart, added: “Donna is a top operator with a formidable pedigree. Her appointment bolsters our platform in the west of Scotland and will help drive our continued expansion in the real estate sector. Our depth of expertise in Glasgow and Edinburgh allows us to advise clients throughout Scotland and beyond.”

Glen Gilson, managing partner at Gilson Gray, said: “From day one we have ensured our business is balanced between Glasgow and Edinburgh and also our ambition and service range is known throughout Scotland and further afield.

“Donna is dual-qualified as a solicitor in Scotland and England and well-known in the industry. It will be exciting to watch the development of our real estate team as it furthers our influence and reputation in the sector.”

Gilson Gray has nearly tripled in scale since its launch in May 2014. The firm has recently taken on more office space in Edinburgh and Glasgow and intends to expand further in the coming year.