Scottish law firm Gillespie Macandrew has bolstered its energy, natural resources and strategic land team with the recruitment of legal director Simon Williams.

Mr Williams is dual-qualified in both Scotland and England & Wales. He joins a ten-strong team in the firm’s energy sector which advised Rio Tinto in a £330 million deal involving Alcan Aluminium UK.

Derek McCulloch, head of the team, said: ‘As we continue to build strength in depth Simon’s expertise and drive will also assist us in our continuing development and attraction of talented lawyers.”

Chris West, chief executive, said: “I am delighted to welcome Simon to both the team and the firm.”

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