Gary Georgeson

Joining from CMS, Mr Georgeson has over 17 years’ experience in the commercial property sector advising on all aspects of real estate matters, but with a particular emphasis on development and investment work.

Well known for his commercial awareness, Mr Georgeson will join partners Paul Ockrim and Nick Taylor at the firm’s Glasgow base at Atlantic Quay, Robertson Street.

Mr Ockrim said: “Just weeks after our launch in Scotland, we’re starting as we mean to go on and looking to grow the office into a full-service offering.

“We look forward to expanding the team and this latest hire is just the beginning.”

Mr Taylor added: “Gary has a first-class pedigree in the Real Estate investment market. He will help establish Freeths as a leading player in the Scottish market.

“His expertise will boost our client service and reinforce our team as being a place where people want to come and work.”

The firm’s Scottish launch followed another year of growth as revenues rose by 15 per cent, taking turnover to £129m, up 220 per cent from £40.2m in 2014.

Mr Georgeson said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be joining Freeths at such an exciting time with the opening of their first Scottish office.

“The firm has grown significantly in recent years, and I look forward to working with Paul Ockrim and Nick Taylor in making Glasgow a success.”