MacFarlanes

Macfarlanes is an award-winning law firm renowned for its exceptional legal expertise, insightful market perspectives, and unwavering commitment to client success. With a history spanning over a century, we have established ourselves as a trusted advisor to a diverse clientele encompassing leading corporations, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals. Our firm's core values of integrity, collaboration, and innovation drive our pursuit of delivering bespoke legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Our Services

Macfarlanes offers a comprehensive suite of legal services, encompassing the full spectrum of commercial, financial, and regulatory matters. Our practices span multiple disciplines, allowing us to provide holistic legal counsel across a broad range of industries. We pride ourselves on our in-depth industry knowledge and our ability to navigate complex legal landscapes with precision and expertise. Our core service areas include:

Commercial, Brands, IP and IT

Our team of experienced commercial lawyers provides comprehensive advice on a wide range of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. We also have a strong track record in advising clients on intellectual property matters, including trademarks, patents, and copyrights. In the ever-evolving world of technology, our IP and IT specialists are at the forefront, providing strategic guidance on data protection, cybersecurity, and technology commercialisation.

Competition/Antitrust, Construction & Engineering, Corporate and M&A, Derivatives and Trading, Employment, ESG, Finance, Financial Services Regulation, Immigration, Insurance, Investment Management and Lawtech

These practice areas reflect our diverse expertise and ability to advise clients on the cutting-edge legal issues impacting their businesses.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Pensions & Pensions De-risking, Private Client, Private Equity, Public Policy, Real Estate & Restructuring & Insolvency, Reward & Tax

Our Litigation team handles complex commercial and financial disputes, both domestically and internationally. We represent clients in all stages of litigation, from pre-action negotiation to trial and appeal. Our expertise extends across various areas of law, including contract disputes, intellectual property litigation, and competition law. We are dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, combining our legal expertise with a strategic and cost-effective approach.

Our real estate team provides comprehensive advice on all aspects of property transactions, development, and investment. From drafting and negotiating leases to advising on complex property financing arrangements, we guide our clients through the intricacies of the real estate market.

Our Tax team offers specialist advice on all tax-related matters, including corporate tax, international tax, and personal tax. We work closely with clients to develop effective tax strategies that minimise their tax liabilities while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Our team's in-depth knowledge of the tax landscape allows us to provide insightful guidance on complex tax issues.

Our Culture and People

At Macfarlanes, we foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our diverse team of lawyers and business professionals is united by a shared commitment to providing exceptional legal service and client support. We believe in nurturing the growth and development of our employees, providing them with opportunities to learn, excel, and make a meaningful contribution to the firm's success.