News In Focus

5 December 2006

Harper Macleod make associate catch

Commercial law firm Harper Macleod LLP has appointed Jan Foster as an associate with the real estate practice group at the firm’s Glasgow office.

Formerly with MacRoberts for 11 years, Ms Foster has more than 17 years of experience in property development and investment work. Her role at Harper Macleod is to bolster the top end of the practice group in relation to investment and development transactions.

Harper Macleod’s real estate practice group has seen its turnover increase by 38% this year.

Harper Macleod's chairman Professor Lorne Crerar said: “Jan's skills and experience naturally complement our real estate team. Already she has proven to be a very valuable asset to clients and colleagues alike."

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