Partner

Johane Murray

With over 30 years' experience in commercial property, Johane is the lead partner on many high profile, market leading investment and development deals and has been involved in the delivery of major transformational projects throughout Scotland, across all sectors.

Her client base includes various UK and US private equity firms and European real estate investment firms, in addition to many prominent UK based developers and investors. She also collaborates frequently with English and international firms on cross border transactions with a Scottish real estate element.

Jo is solution focused, with the hallmark of her practice being an ability to combine commercial pragmatism with astute legal advice.

Living Brodies' values

Jo's collaborative and collegiate approach with both colleagues and clients alike assists in delivering results.

Highlights

Sits on the real estate committee of the Scottish Property Federation.
Is a judge at the annual Scottish Property Awards.
Sits as an officer on the real estate committee of the International Bar Association.

Rankings

Band 1 Ranked practitioner for Real Estate - Scotland by Chambers UK 2026.
Johane is a Leading Partner in Legal 500 UK 2026 - Commercial Property.

"Johane is unrivalled in the Scottish market. She is the best there is."

Chambers UK 2026

"Johane Murray is the best real estate lawyer in Scotland."

Legal 500 UK 2026

"Johane Murray is one of the most practical lawyers I've ever come across, and her firm but calm negotiating style works whether you're up against the biggest firm or a small one."

Legal 500 UK 2026

"Johane is very commercial. She understands people as well as the law. She's very easy to get along with and is very capable."

Chambers UK 2026

Johane Murray is personable and easy to work with.

Chambers UK 2025

"Johane's commercial and pragmatic approach is backed up by unrivalled technical knowledge and depth. She knows her market inside and out and has never let us down."

Chambers UK 2024