Scottish law firm with 200 staff hails ‘real momentum’ as revenue jumps to £15.6 million
“Our people remain at the heart of everything we do, and this year we have strengthened our teams across the firm” – Victoria Leslie, joint managing partner
Scottish legal firm Ledingham Chalmers has recorded a fourth consecutive year of revenue growth as it moves into 2026 with “real momentum”.
The firm, which employs more than 200 people across its operations in Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Inverness, has seen turnover in the past year rise more than 9 per cent to £15.6 million. It said the increase reflected “sustained performance” across its commercial, dispute resolution and private client offerings.
Operating profit increased by almost 14 per cent to £3.7m, with underlying profitability higher on the back of continued investment in workforce, technology and upgraded premises.
The firm said it continued to invest in its people. Most recently, Kim Johnston joined as a director in the commercial real estate team while Derek Cummings was appointed as director of people and performance.
Victoria Leslie, joint managing partner at Ledingham Chalmers, said: “Over the past year, we’ve made strong progress against our strategic priorities. These results underline the strength of our strategy and the confidence our clients place in us.
“Our people remain at the heart of everything we do, and this year we have strengthened our teams across the firm. The appointment of Kim brings exceptional expertise to support complex development initiatives, while Derek’s extensive experience in people strategy and organisational development strengthens our focus on performance and culture.
“The introduction of legal director roles, alongside the promotion of seven talented lawyers, underlines our ongoing commitment to recognising leadership, expertise and professional growth within the firm.”
She added: “Our continued investment in talent, technology and our workspaces is driving sustainable growth and operational performance. We move into 2026 with real momentum and a clear focus on deepening our offering to support clients across Scotland achieve their goals.”
The firm has introduced a new legal director role, recognising lawyers with senior technical expertise, leadership potential and managerial capability. The recently promoted legal directors are: Erica Buchan, private client; Karen Cameron Latif, litigation; Graeme Myles, commercial real estate; Irene Walker, residential; Stephen McLaren, litigation; Jill Fryer, corporate; and Jane Rattray, litigation.
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