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The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Historic firm marks 'long-awaited' return to legal services
The move re-establishes the firm's solicitor credentials and sees it rejoin the ESPC – the region's leading network of solicitor estate agents – in turn unlocking full market visibility for clients selling homes in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Group Managing Director Rob Aberdein, who returned to lead the firm earlier this year, said: 'This marks a hugely important moment for Simpson & Marwick. Legal services have always been part of the brand's DNA, and our return enables us to provide clients with a fully integrated offering once again. 'Rejoining the ESPC is particularly significant. For sellers in Edinburgh and the Lothians, there is simply no substitute in terms of exposure. We're delighted to be back.' READ MORE: With a legacy of legal excellence spanning nearly 140 years, Simpson & Marwick has played a central role in some of Scotland's most significant legal moments – including the Piper Alpha inquiry and the Lockerbie bombing proceedings. The firm was headquartered Heriot Row in Edinburgh for generations, before becoming part of multinational legal giant Clyde & Co in 2015, and then returning to independent ownership from 2020. The reintroduction of legal services comes amid a period of renewed ambition for the firm, following its recent re-entry to the Aberdeen market – and opening of a prime Union Street office – and a series of key hires across its property division. Mr Aberdein added: 'We're building momentum – investing in our people, locations, modern systems and a genuinely client-first approach that reflects the way legal and property services should be delivered in 2025. 'Our goal is to grow a contemporary legal services business that keeps the values Simpson & Marwick has always been known for, while offering something markedly different, both for clients and Scotland's best legal and property talent.' With expansion ongoing and further ambitious appointments and milestones in the pipeline, the firm has a clear message for legal and property professionals looking for something different. Mr Aberdein added: 'We're creating a platform for ambitious, entrepreneurial lawyers and Scotland's most talented property professionals – whether you're early in your career or at a stage where you want to lead your own department or grow your own territory. 'If you're excited about legal and property services done differently, that are tech-enabled and client-led then Simpson & Marwick is the place to be.'
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Simpson & Marwick marks long-awaited return to legal services
One of Scotland's most respected legal and property firms has marked its long-awaited return to legal services, enabling a rejoining of the Edinburgh Solicitors' Property Centre (ESPC) and generating further momentum for growth. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Simpson & Marwick which has roots dating back to 1886, is once again offering legal services to clients across Scotland, following the appointment of a specialist team of property and private client lawyers. The move re-establishes the firm's solicitor credentials and sees it rejoin the ESPC – the region's leading network of solicitor estate agents – in turn unlocking full market visibility for clients selling homes in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Group Managing Director Rob Aberdein, who returned to lead the firm earlier this year, said: 'This marks a hugely important moment for Simpson & Marwick. Legal services have always been part of the brand's DNA, and our return enables us to provide clients with a fully integrated offering once again. Legal and property firm Simpson and Marwick has rejoined ESPC to build on its historic Scottish legacy. 'Rejoining the ESPC is particularly significant. For sellers in Edinburgh and the Lothians, there is simply no substitute in terms of exposure. We're delighted to be back.' With a legacy of legal excellence spanning nearly 140 years, Simpson & Marwick has played a central role in some of Scotland's most significant legal moments – including the Piper Alpha inquiry and the Lockerbie bombing proceedings. The firm was headquartered Heriot Row in Edinburgh for generations, before becoming part of multinational legal giant Clyde & Co in 2015, and then returning to independent ownership from 2020. The reintroduction of legal services comes amid a period of renewed ambition for the firm, following its recent re-entry to the Aberdeen market – and opening of a prime Union Street office – and a series of key hires across its property division. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Rob added: 'We're building momentum – investing in our people, locations, modern systems and a genuinely client-first approach that reflects the way legal and property services should be delivered in 2025. 'Our goal is to grow a contemporary legal services business that keeps the values Simpson & Marwick has always been known for, while offering something markedly different, both for clients and Scotland's best legal and property talent.' With expansion ongoing and further ambitious appointments and milestones in the pipeline, the firm has a clear message for legal and property professionals looking for something different. Rob added: 'We're creating a platform for ambitious, entrepreneurial lawyers and Scotland's most talented property professionals – whether you're early in your career or at a stage where you want to lead your own department or grow your own territory. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'If you're excited about legal and property services done differently, that are tech-enabled and client-led then Simpson & Marwick is the place to be.' For more information visit:
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Simpson & Marwick marks long-awaited return to legal services
One of Scotland's most respected legal and property firms has marked its long-awaited return to legal services, enabling a rejoining of the Edinburgh Solicitors' Property Centre (ESPC) and generating further momentum for growth. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Simpson & Marwick which has roots dating back to 1886, is once again offering legal services to clients across Scotland, following the appointment of a specialist team of property and private client lawyers. The move re-establishes the firm's solicitor credentials and sees it rejoin the ESPC – the region's leading network of solicitor estate agents – in turn unlocking full market visibility for clients selling homes in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Group Managing Director Rob Aberdein, who returned to lead the firm earlier this year, said: 'This marks a hugely important moment for Simpson & Marwick. Legal services have always been part of the brand's DNA, and our return enables us to provide clients with a fully integrated offering once again. Legal and property firm Simpson and Marwick has rejoined ESPC to build on its historic Scottish legacy. 'Rejoining the ESPC is particularly significant. For sellers in Edinburgh and the Lothians, there is simply no substitute in terms of exposure. We're delighted to be back.' With a legacy of legal excellence spanning nearly 140 years, Simpson & Marwick has played a central role in some of Scotland's most significant legal moments – including the Piper Alpha inquiry and the Lockerbie bombing proceedings. The firm was headquartered Heriot Row in Edinburgh for generations, before becoming part of multinational legal giant Clyde & Co in 2015, and then returning to independent ownership from 2020. The reintroduction of legal services comes amid a period of renewed ambition for the firm, following its recent re-entry to the Aberdeen market – and opening of a prime Union Street office – and a series of key hires across its property division. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Rob added: 'We're building momentum – investing in our people, locations, modern systems and a genuinely client-first approach that reflects the way legal and property services should be delivered in 2025. 'Our goal is to grow a contemporary legal services business that keeps the values Simpson & Marwick has always been known for, while offering something markedly different, both for clients and Scotland's best legal and property talent.' With expansion ongoing and further ambitious appointments and milestones in the pipeline, the firm has a clear message for legal and property professionals looking for something different. Rob added: 'We're creating a platform for ambitious, entrepreneurial lawyers and Scotland's most talented property professionals – whether you're early in your career or at a stage where you want to lead your own department or grow your own territory. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'If you're excited about legal and property services done differently, that are tech-enabled and client-led then Simpson & Marwick is the place to be.'
Edinburgh Reporter
3 days ago
- Business
- Edinburgh Reporter
Simpson & Marwick rejoins the ESPC
An Edinburgh legal firm has marked its return to legal services, enabling it to rejoin the Edinburgh Solicitors' Property Centre (ESPC). Simpson & Marwick which has roots dating back to 1886, is once again offering legal services to clients across Scotland, following the appointment of a specialist team of property and private client lawyers. The move re-establishes the firm's solicitor credentials and sees it rejoin the ESPC – the region's leading network of solicitor estate agents – in turn unlocking full market visibility for clients selling homes in Edinburgh and the Lothians. Group Managing Director Rob Aberdein, who returned to lead the firm earlier this year, said: 'This marks a hugely important moment for Simpson & Marwick. Legal services have always been part of the brand's DNA, and our return enables us to provide clients with a fully integrated offering once again. 'Rejoining the ESPC is particularly significant. For sellers in Edinburgh and the Lothians, there is simply no substitute in terms of exposure. We're delighted to be back.' With a legacy of legal excellence spanning nearly 140 years, Simpson & Marwick has played a central role in some of Scotland's most significant legal moments – including the Piper Alpha inquiry and the Lockerbie bombing proceedings. The firm was headquartered Heriot Row in Edinburgh for generations, before becoming part of multinational legal giant Clyde & Co in 2015, and then returning to independent ownership from 2020. The reintroduction of legal services comes amid a period of renewed ambition for the firm, following its recent re-entry to the Aberdeen market – and opening of a prime Union Street office – and a series of key hires across its property division. Rob added: 'We're building momentum – investing in our people, locations, modern systems and a genuinely client-first approach that reflects the way legal and property services should be delivered in 2025. 'Our goal is to grow a contemporary legal services business that keeps the values Simpson & Marwick has always been known for, while offering something markedly different, both for clients and Scotland's best legal and property talent.' With expansion ongoing and further ambitious appointments and milestones in the pipeline, the firm has a clear message for legal and property professionals looking for something different. Rob added: 'We're creating a platform for ambitious, entrepreneurial lawyers and Scotland's most talented property professionals – whether you're early in your career or at a stage where you want to lead your own department or grow your own territory 'If you're excited about legal and property services done differently, that are tech-enabled and client-led then Simpson & Marwick is the place to be.' Like this: Like Related
The Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Earning trust by ensuring accountability
SELANGOR Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari has dismissed calls for a new investigation into the Putra Heights gas pipeline fire. He has pledged 'no cover-ups' and announced a briefing for lawmakers today, stating the full report will be released once cleared. The MB has been quoted as saying: 'Those who are unhappy can review the report themselves and identify who was responsible. It provides a picture of the responsible parties.' From my perspective, for communities along Malaysia's 2,600km gas pipeline network, the core expectation is clear: We need the investigation report published ASAP, intact and made public online, directly identifying who is accountable. It is my firm view that the onus should be on the investigation team to outline responsibility without ambiguity, not to leave the public to piece together who is at fault. This is a fundamental public expectation for transparency and rebuilding trust. Key unanswered questions The intense blaze, attributed to unstable ground, prompts crucial inquiries into the performance of established safety protocols. Reports now point to unstable ground as a direct cause. Significantly, soon after the incident, on April 3, Petronas Gas Berhad (PGB) issued a statement reaffirming its 'unwavering commitment to public safety'. PGB specifically emphasised its adherence to international standards and robust asset integrity management programmes, highlighting its external monitoring efforts which include 'regular soil and slope movement monitoring by competent and qualified personnel'. Given PGB's explicit assurance about its capabilities in soil and slope movement monitoring, urgent questions persist for the public and I believe the report must definitively address them, especially concerning any potential shortcomings: Soil monitoring: Did PGB's advanced soil monitoring systems detect early warnings of instability in the area? If so, what immediate actions were taken to prevent the rupture? Did the system fail to detect, or were warnings missed? Timely shut-down (automatic vs manual): The fire burned for a prolonged period. Why? Automatic shut-off: Did automatic shut- off systems, like SCADA/PLDS, designed for rapid response to major leaks, activate as expected at the site or upstream or were there delays? Operational empowerment: Were operational teams on duty empowered to manually shut off the gas immediately as part of emergency protocol? Was there any delay in gathering decision-makers, potentially impacting response time? Buffer zone assumptions: This incident highlights what I see as a critical question: whether current pipeline 'buffer zones' – distances assumed safe based on automatic shut-off valves closing almost instantaneously – are truly adequate if gas flow is prolonged. Understanding how these safeguards performed and how human intervention played a role is vital for ensuring quick containment. Lessons from past disasters History, tragically exemplified by the 1988 Piper Alpha oil platform disaster where 167 lives were lost due to continued fuel flow, starkly shows the cost of delayed isolation. While circumstances differ, the principle remains that rapid and decisive action to cut off fuel is paramount. This event, in my opinion, underscores the urgent need to re-evaluate pipeline 'buffer zones' against real-world scenarios, not just ideal-case assumptions of instant shutoff. For communities living near these pipelines, confidence in infrastructure safety is paramount. I believe clear, understandable answers on how our crucial safety technology functioned and how human protocols were executed in preventing a prolonged fire are essential to building this confidence. Any lessons learned from this incident, including those pertaining to reinforcing and enhancing existing safeguards, must be openly shared. If the full report lacks clarity on these vital operational questions, I strongly advocate that a separate, independent review by neutral experts should be considered to ensure full public confidence. Our collective well-being is paramount. To uphold public trust and ensure the safety of all communities, I believe the complete findings of this investigation must be transparently revealed, outlining accountability and addressing all ambiguities. This includes conclusive evidence regarding the performance of soil monitoring systems, the timeliness of gas shut-off mechanisms and the roles of operational teams, leaving no room for speculation about potential negligence. Only through such comprehensive disclosure can confidence be restored and future incidents prevented.
