News In Focus

15 December 2005

MacRoberts appoints commercial property partner

Simon Hay has joined MacRoberts from Tods Murray as a partner in the firm’s commercial property group.

Mr Hay's expertise is in property development, including retail, commercial and residential developments.

Michael Murphy, Managing Partner at MacRoberts, said: "Simon is an excellent addition to the core commercial property practice in MacRoberts. His reputation for quality of service to his clients is a perfect fit in our culture, where outstanding commitment to the success of our clients is our clear, top priority.

"His property development practice will be complimented well with the other specialisms that we can bring on, such as planning and construction, and we look forward to the successful growth of his practice at MacRoberts."

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