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Chris McDaid

A respected member of our real estate investment team, Chris deals with a variety of acquisitions and disposals of retail, office, industrial and development sites in connection with both existing developments and new ventures. A growing field of Chris’ remit is acting in the alternative real estate sector.

Clients include a variety of well-known real estate clients comprising Funds, private equity firms, UK propcos and lenders.

With extensive experience in the student accommodation sector, Chris regularly acts on the acquisition, disposal and funding of purpose-built student accommodation schemes, as well as providing advice to operators.

Living Brodies' values

Clients appreciate Chris' collaborative approach, and value his strong commercial knowledge and ability to find solutions.

Key highlights

Acted on Scottish end of some of the UK's most high-profile student accommodation portfolio transactions.
Regular contributor to blogs and articles on Build to Rent and Student Accommodation issues.
Member of the Investment Property Forum.

Rankings

Ranked 'Band 4' for Real Estate in Chambers UK 2024.

Chris McDaid is super diligent. He is very good and professional.

Chambers UK 2025

Chris McDaid is bright and efficient. He and his team deliver a fantastic service.

Legal 500 UK 2025

Chris is acknowledged as being one of the best affordable housing lawyers in the Scottish housing finance space and I have always appreciated his hands-on approach.

Legal 500 UK 2025