Hospitality and tourism can take pride in its role as a significant contributor to the global economy.
As a Scottish based law firm we have forged strong connections to a sector that remains one of Scotland’s greatest assets. From the allure of Edinburgh (the ‘Athens of the North’) to the mountains and lochs of the highlands, the natural splendour of Scotland ensures a thriving tourist industry.
Our specialist hotels team has longstanding experience working across the sector, advising some of the biggest brands and developers on some of the most significant hotel developments, funding deals and brand launches in recent years. This gives us an unrivalled understanding and insight into the sector.
We support hotel operators, investors, lenders and developers across the UK. Our full service offering across real estate, finance, employment, tech and commercial and beyond ensures that we have the collaborative line-up ready to join your team.
Areas of Expertise
- Hotel acquisitions and disposals
- Hotel development
- Planning guidance
- Employment and immigration advice
- Tech solutions
- Management and franchise agreements
- Licensing
- Hotel financing
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