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DAC Beachcroft strengthens Scottish Real Estate capability with partner appointment

By DAC Beachcroft

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Published 27 October 2026

Overview

International law firm DAC Beachcroft has appointed Clare Dewar as a partner in its Real Estate team in Scotland.

Clare, who joins from Brodies, brings more than 20 years' experience in commercial real estate matters. In recent years she has advised on some of Scotland's most significant transactions, including major retail, office and hotel acquisitions and disposals, portfolio management mandates and complex development projects.

Clare will work closely with DACB's national Real Estate team in the UK to help bolster its Scottish offering and enhance the firm's ability to support clients across England, Wales and Scotland.

Alison Key, Head of Real Estate at DAC Beachcroft, said, "Clare is an outstanding addition to our Real Estate team. She brings deep knowledge of the Scottish property market and extensive expertise advising on complex asset management and investment matters. Her arrival broadens the support we can provide to clients with property portfolios in Scotland, while strengthening our ability to deliver seamless advice across the UK. We are delighted to welcome her to the firm."

Clare Dewar commented, "DAC Beachcroft has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality real estate advice to clients across the UK, and I am delighted to be joining the firm. The combination of a strong Scottish presence and a national platform creates a compelling proposition for clients, and I look forward to helping build on that success."

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