DLA Piper new appointments

Barry McKeown and Callum Sinclair secured from rival firms


Barry McKeown and Callum Sinclair have joined the Scottish arm of international law firm DLA Piper Rudnick Gray Cary.

Mr McKeown, a former McGrigors director, becomes a partner in the firm's real estate practice. A specialist in acquisition and development work for both commercial and residential developers, his remit is to concentrate on Scottish-based developer and housebuilder clients.

Callum Sinclair, formerly with Maclay Murray & Spens, has joined DLA Piper Scotland's technology, media and communications team as a solicitor. His appointment is the team's first one based in Glasgow.

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