McEwan Fraser Legal in the media
Below is a selection of references to McEwan Fraser Legal in the media:
Awards
McEwan Fraser Legal Wins Estate Agency of the Year Winner 2012
GOLD - Best Scotland Agency 2012
"A relatively new agency, the judges were extremely impressed with the calibre of its offering. With a wide range of products to cover all angles of the market, it is reaping rewards with growth in market share and excellent listings and sales figures. The in-house team is exceptional with solicitors, photographers and a social media manager and it is clear that the customers find real value in the ability to access all services under one roof. The directors have a really good handle on all aspects of the business and the new initiatives they are launching. For a business that is only three years old the quality of what they do from an operational side is exceptional especially when coupled with the innovative services offered. McEwan Fraser has taken the market by storm."
www.estateagencyoftheyear.com/mcewan_fraser_legal
Congratulations from Skills Development Scotland
Skills Development Scotland congratulating McEwan Fraser Legal on reaching the finals of Best Newcomer in the recent Awards for Modern Apprenticeships.
Scotland's Modern Apprenticeship Awards – finalists announced
McEwan Fraser Legal has been nominated as finalists for Scotland's Modern Apprenticeship Awards 2012. The awards showcase those who have, through their involvement in Modern Apprenticeships, demonstrated initiative, enterprise and outstanding commitment to the improvement of skills development for the Scottish economy.
Read the full article here: Scotland's Modern Apprenticeship Awards – finalists announced
McEwan Fraser Legal staff members graduate!
Staff members graduate under the Skills Development Scotland Apprenticeship scheme
Providing Modern Apprenticeships and SVQ qualifications to staff members allows for on-the-job training to be carried out within the firm. This enhances the high levels of customer service that McEwan Fraser Legal strives to provide and encourages continual training. Junior members of the team in administrative roles are able to develop their customer service skills, the use of our I.T. system and office equipment which gives them the experience to move onto the next qualification level and promotion within the firm.
Harley Mitscavitch – Business and Administration Level 3 with MA.
Becky Klar – Business and Administration Level 3 with MA.
Sean Nicol – Customer Service Level 3 with MA.
One of our Award Winning Photographer does it again!
Take a view, the Landscape Photographer of the Year Award
Philip Stewart, one of our professional photographers, does it again. He has been put onto the shortlist and final judging in the Take a view, the Landscape Photographer of the Year Award competition. With not only one entry but two being shortlisted.
MFL Photographer nominated for Scottish Fashion Awards
Nominee for Scottish Fashion photographer of the Year
Philip Stanley Dickson was one of only four nominees for the Scottish Fashion photographer of the Year at the prestigious Scottish Fashion Awards in Glasgow recently. Recognised for his many publications in Spectrum and The Pulse magazine, Philip photographed 14 fashion shoots throughout the year. The locations were as diverse as a freezing cold warehouse; on a canal boat; a farm; Jupiter Artland and an Edinburgh rooftop, to name but a few. The event in Glasgow was attended by a glittering array of stars, models and designers and is the biggest night of Scotland's fashion calendar.
Law Awards of Scotland 2012
Nominated Finalists
McEwan Fraser Legal have been nominated as finalists for Marketing and Social Media Support Team of the Year by the Law Awards of Scotland 2012. The 2012 awards ceremony will take place at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow on September 13th.
http://www.thelawawards.com/nominations
Another talented professional photographer
As always we're very proud of our talented team at McEwan Fraser Legal. Our in house photographer Philip Stewart had his work short listed at The Scottish Nature Photography Awards Photographic Competition 2011 which showcases the photographic talent that is drawn to Scotland's landscape and natural heritage. The 2011 competition attracted over two thousand entries from around the world, from both professional and amateur photographers all keen to demonstrate the images they had taken in Scotland. Well done Philip!
For more information visit
Landscape Shortlist: http://www.scottishnaturephotographyawards.com/2011/2011winnersland.htm
Portfolio Yearbook: http://www.scottishnaturephotographyawards.com/portfolioyearbook.htm
McEwan Fraser Legal Photographer in Royal Scottish Academy Exhibition
Once again we are extremely proud of a member of our talented in house production team here at McEwan Fraser Legal. Professional photographer Jon Cottrell is currently showcasing his talent as part of the Royal Scottish Academy of Art and Architecture's 'New Contemporaries' Exhibition in Edinburgh. One of Johns 'Reckless Abandon' images is shown here. The exhibition runs until 11 April and for more details visit their website at
Royal Scottish Academy New Contemporaries 2012 Exhibition
McEwan Fraser Legal Designer and Layout Artist Wins Award
We're very proud of our creative team here at McEwan Fraser Legal. Our talented Designer and Layout Artist, Andres Santana is off to Germany to collect an award for his design 'Enough' which he entered in to an international design competition from agency One Word Brief. Well done Andres!
View the Winning Designs
Finalists Announced in Scottish Legal Awards 2012
McEwan Fraser Legal are finalists in the Residential Property Team of the Year category in the Scottish Legal Awards 2012.
McEwan Fraser Legal Receive The Times and Sunday Times Estate Agency of the Year 2011
"The strong structure behind this agency is excellent. It offers a huge range of services and innovations from a Young Apprentice scheme to part-exchanges and from use of QR codes to video testimonials. All of these are undertaken with a view as to how they aid the customer experience. There is a clear understanding as to the benefits of clever use of technology and the quality of the visual aids used are second to none, as is the use of video. The training programme is extensive, with the Young Apprentice scheme being singled out for comment by the Scottish Labour Minister. This agency is passionate and switched on."
McEwan Fraser Legal at The Times and Sunday Times Estate Agency of the Year Awards 2011
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Articles
McEwan Fraser Legal listed in The Times paper as top Scotland Estate Agency
ESPC paper chooses McEwan Fraser Legal property as top 5 pick
MFL Photographer published in Digital Camera
Philip Stewart has been published again, this time in the Hot Shots section of the Digital Camera magazine, with this beautiful two page spread.
ESPC Property Feature February, 2013
Property Feature in this week's ESPC Paper features one of McEwan Fraser Legal's properties - 6 Dalyell Place, Armadale, EH48 2QB.
To have a better look at the property, please click the link below:
6 Dalyell Place
Scotland on Sunday January 6, 2013
ESPC Property Feature - article Nov 12
Property Feature in this weeks ESPC paper is 52a Bennochy Road in Kirkcaldy which we are selling. To view the property please click below.
www.mcewanfraserlegal.co.uk/properties/search/location_52a+Bennochy+Road
Evening News - Rising Stars
Rising Stars - article on MFL being nominated for the up and coming Skills Development Scotland Awards in Glasgow for best newcomer category for Modern Apprentices.
McEwan fraser Legal Featured in Room Magazine
Room magazine has ran a 2 page spread on McEwan Fraser Legal properties in its September 2012 edition
Homes & Interiors Scotland
Article in Homes & Interiors Scotland for one of our properties in Edinburgh.
McEwan Fraser Legal Properties Featured in Room and Just Property Magazine
Choosing the Right Agent for Todays Property market
The Falkirk Herald features a McEwan Fraser Legal property
Read the full article here: A warm welcome is waiting ... with a few surprises
Clyde Life Magazine publishes article on McEwan Fraser Legals top tips for selling your home
Read the full article here: Who's going to help you sell your home this year?
The Sun publishes article on McEwan Fraser Legal's links with top Scottish Footballer's
Straight from the horses mouth! A great article in the Scottish Sun featuring football hero clients of McEwan Fraser Legal endorsing our services.
Read the full article here: Sold Firm idols are ad stars
McEwan Fraser Legal property is featured in Scotland on Sunday with 4 page front cover spread
McEwan Fraser Legal's photographer Michelle Milnes has had her Georgian garden flat in Edinburgh featured in Scotland on Sunday's At Home Magazine with a 4 page internal spread.
1000th Property Milestone, East Neuk District
1000th property that has been listed on the McEwan Fraser website - Georgia Dick of Anstruther. Ian Thomson our valuer in McEwan Fraser Legal, 2 Station Road, Anstruther, Fife, KY10 3JA, Tel: 01333 400 400, handing over flowers to celebrate with Georgia.
Clyde Life February/March 2012
McEwan Fraser Legal have an article in Clyde Life "Set the stage to sell your home this year".
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One of our properties featuring in the ESPC paper.
Informed Edinburgh
McEwan Fraser Legal: Moving House Checklist on Informed Edinburgh
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McEwan Fraser Legal: Property of the Fortnight on Informed Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Evening News
Every Thursday DGM Training Consultants places an advert for staff in the Evening News and gets an immediate response.
"We get at least five or six calls every Thursday and Friday as the result of a relatively small ad," says company recruitment and marketing officer Veronica McNeill.
"Our business is about connecting employers who have current office junior vacancies to suitable young adults. Once successful in finding employment, we then work with the employee to support them through the a Scottish vocational qualification.
"It's a system which works extremely well for us' says Veronica. DGM Training Consultants has more than 20 years experience in the training industry and is accredited to deliver vocational qualifications in management, business administration, customer services and providing financial services. When someone responds to the ad, I'll have a chat with them about qualifications and experience before arranging a short interview here at the office and hopefully placing them in work.
"We have a good working partnership with Skills Development Scotland and are able to offer funded training to employees aged 16 to 19. We have also recently been successful in securing funded places for adults aged 20-plus for management and providing financial services and 20 to 24-year olds in business admin and customer service."
One of the firms DGM helps is McEwan Fraser Legal. "We have found DGM Training to be very professional in aiding us with recruitment and training of our young apprentices, which has indeed resulted in the Scottish minister for employment visiting us," says Karen Dodds of the firm.
Modern apprenticeships (MA) encourages learning and provides an alternative way to gain a qualification. They are an efficient method of training as all qualifications are workbased and assessed in the workplace. The employee produces a portfolio of evidence providing proof of good practice in work situations. They are required to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and behaviour in a variety of different areas. DGM assesses the evidence against a set of national standards of competence.
So, where does this all lead and who benefits? Well, the employee gains an MA qualification, which is nationally recognised, increasing their confidence and career prospects. The employer gains a valuable member of staff who not only knows what to do in the workplace, but has a sound underlying knowledge and understanding of the business, funded through SDS.
"It's a fantastic job watching young adults grow in confidence and become a valuable asset to their employers. We also see many of the people who come to us following a natural progression," says Veronica.
"The business administration MA level 2 is a good example of this where people working in junior administrative roles develop their skills in IT Systems, office equipment, working with colleagues and customers and often then move on to the business administration level 3 qualification. This is aimed more at experienced employees in administration and secretarial positions.
"Our providing financial services qualifications are suitable for people working in a financial services environment who require technical, core and cross-sector competences.
"The companies we deal with can vary from a small legal office or medical practice up to larger organisations such as McEwan Fraser Legal and Standard Life," says Veronica. "Our adverts in the Evening News reach an equally wide range of people and what we aim to provide is the same thorough training and valuable experience through the MZ programme, which benefits everyone involved."
Informed Edinburgh
Top tips from McEwan Fraser Legal when buying a home on Informed Edinburgh
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Informed Edinburgh
Top tips for selling your home from McEwan Fraser Legal on Informed Edinburgh
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Skills Development Scotland
We are delighted to have provided full time employment for a number of young people through our association with Skills Development Scotland.
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MSP Alasdair Allan visits
The company wanted to give young people the chance to enter the world of work and gain new and valuable skills, while also gaining formal qualifications. The four young employees, aged between 17 and 20, all work in key areas of the business in our post production and photography department, our property department and reception. All gaining experience working with creative software, schedule layout, Home Reports and publishing, marketing, reception, administration and customer services.
The first two teenagers who joined the firm on the scheme in August last year, have now successfully completed their SVQ Level 3 in Business Administration and Young Apprenticeships. The other two teenagers are still currently on the scheme and working towards their formal qualifications and permanent appointment, later this year.
The firm, who opened its doors in the middle of a recession and a slow housing market, are changing the way people buy and sell property, having bucked the trend by its innovative and proactive approach to business. McEwan Fraser Legal is now the fastest growing solicitors and estate agents in Scotland, having taken on 28 people in the last 12 months. Ivan Ralph, Senior Partner commented "Our motto is 'Doing things Differently'. We also take this approach to our staff and giving young people the opportunity to gain experience and qualifications. They are able to input their ideas into the business and play a key role in the success of our business all fits into our company's ethos."
Step Forward Scotland is a new initiative from the Scottish Government, the European Social Fund and Skills Development Scotland that is committed to helping Scottish businesses and young people aged between 16 and 19, who are just out of school or college. McEwan Fraser Legal has worked in close partnership with the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce's Edinburgh Jobs Fund to create sustainable employment for these four young people. The Edinburgh Jobs Fund is a programme to help individuals into employment and improve their chances on the career ladder through experience and training. The programme offers paid work placements for individuals living in Edinburgh who want to work with local companies.
The young candidates were introduced to the company by training providers Recruitment Training Limited and DGM Training. "I was most impressed by the calibre of candidates the training providers put forward. The people we interviewed were well prepared - from their CV's to how they responded during their interviews which I think is due to the input of the training providers," said Mrs Karen Dodds, Practice and Business Development Manager for the firm.
The four young apprentices, Sarah Hackland (19) from Granton, Kerri Kivlin (20) from Meadowbank, Lewis Cation (17) from Corstorphine and Melissa Brown (18) also from Corstorphine all said that people in their age group find it very difficult to get a job.
"The Young Apprentice scheme has made a big impact on my life. Before I joined McEwan Fraser Legal on the scheme, I was unemployed with a HNC Business from Jewel and Esk College. Today, I am permanently employed in a successful company with experience in various aspects of a solicitors and estate agency practice. I now also hold a SVQ Level 3 in Business Administration," said Kerri Kivlin.
Skills Development Scotland
Launching the Awards, Minister for Learning and Skills Alasdair Allan said: "Every young person deserves the best chance and the right choice for them. A modern apprenticeship today is very different to the modern apprenticeship of the past. It is just one of the many routes for 16 to 25 year olds to continue their learning and skills development to prepare themselves for the industries of the future.
"These awards recognise the impact that the Modern Apprenticeship programme has, both on the life chances of the individual apprentice and the positive contribution to their employer and the wider economy. I am therefore delighted to launch these awards and look forward to hearing all about the contenders in the weeks and months ahead."
The Awards celebrate the significant contribution apprentices, employers and partners have made to the development of the Modern Apprenticeship programme and Scotland's economy.
One such company is Edinburgh legal property firm McEwan Fraser who took on two apprentices in 2010 and recently took on two more. Practice manager Karen Dodds is clear about the benefits the apprentices have brought their fast-growing business. "We have invested in them and their training and are delighted with their contribution to our company." she said.
Karen urged more employers to open their doors to people and offer apprenticeships. "We did and we have been delighted with the hard work and commitment of this group of apprentices," she said.
The 2011 Award categories have been revised to reflect the changing face of apprenticeships and now include young construction and production apprentice of the year, young service apprentice of the year, adult apprentice of the year, and advanced apprentice of the year.
Employer awards include categories for businesses with fewer than 50 workers, for companies with up to 250 and over 250 employees. There is a partnership award for groups who can show their commitment to apprentices.
A new Best Business Newcomer award will be given to a company - from any sector - which has shown a commitment to Modern Apprentice training.
The Awards ceremony is planned for Wednesday 7 December at Glasgow Science Centre.
via News Distribution Service of the Central Office of Information
Edinburgh Evening News
McEwan Fraser Legal shows value of modern apprenticeships.
Edinburgh Evening News
Article in the 18 November 2010 Edinburgh Evening News Jobs section.
Another talented professional photographer
As always we're very proud of our talented team at McEwan Fraser Legal. Our in house photographer Philip Stewart had his work short listed at The Scottish Nature Photography Awards Photographic Competition 2011 which showcases the photographic talent that is drawn to Scotland's landscape and natural heritage. The 2011 competition attracted over two thousand entries from around the world, from both professional and amateur photographers all keen to demonstrate the images they had taken in Scotland. Well done Philip!
For more information visit
Landscape Shortlist: http://www.scottishnaturephotographyawards.com/2011/2011winnersland.htm
Portfolio Yearbook: http://www.scottishnaturephotographyawards.com/portfolioyearbook.htm
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Advertising
ESPC Paper
The Southbrook, Plot 75 featured in the 23 May 2013 issue of the ESPC paper.
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Advertising regarding our unique Part Exchange option with client testimonials.
Dunfermline Press advert Oct '12
McEwan Fraser Legal have an advert published in the Dunfermline Press.
Advert in Lothian & Borders Police SRA Magazine, Sept/Oct Issue
McEwan Fraser Legal's advert that ran in the Lothian & Borders SRA magazine in the Sept/Oct issue.
McEwan Fraser Legal featured in Bunkered Magazine
Bunkered magazine has published an article regarding the new development at Strathearn Gardens on the market with McEwan Fraser Legal
McEwan Fraser Legal Sponsors STV's Drive to Buy
McEwan Fraser Legal Sponsors STV's Drive to Buy
McGill's Buses - just the ticket!
Just the Ticket! McEwan Fraser Legal has launched a new advertising campaign in the West of Scotland with McGills buses - look out for our ads inside the buses!
s1homes
McEwan Fraser Legal is running an advertising campaign on s1homes' website.
Rightmove Website
McEwan Fraser Legal is running an advertising campaign on the Rightmove website.
Family Life Magazine
Advertisement in the Winter 2010 issue of Family Life magazine.
ESPC Paper
The front page of the 23 December 2010 issue of the ESPC paper.
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The front page of the 16 December 2010 issue of the ESPC paper.
Housespotters' Property Guide
Advertisement in the March 2010 issue of Housespotters' Property Guide magazine.
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Advertisement in the December 2009 issue of Housespotters magazine.
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Cover of the December 2009 issue of Housespotters' Property Guide magazine.
Hibernian FC Programme
Advertisement in the December 2009 Hibernian FC programme.
ESPC Homepages Paper
The front page of the 17 December 2009 issue of the ESPC's homepages paper.
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Sponsorship
MFL Sponsors Player of the Year 2013
Big congratulations to Georgios Samaras for winning Celtic Player of the Year 2013, sponsored by McEwan Fraser Legal. Our very own Scott Yule gave the award to Samaras, as pictured in the Celtic View, the official magazine of the SPL Champions.
Georgios Samaras is Celtic Player of the Year 2013
Congratulations to Georgios Samaras who is the Celtic Player of the Year 2013 sponsored by McEwan Fraser Legal
Read the full story here: Georgios Samaras is Celtic Player of the Year
Lee McCulloch Rangers Player of the Year
Congratulations to Lee McCulloch, the winner of the Rangers Player of the Year Ceremony sponsored by McEwan Fraser Legal.
Read the full story here: Lee McCulloch is Player of the Year
MFL Sponsors Player of the Year 2013
Mcewan Fraser Legal are proud sponsors of:
Celtic Player of the Year Awards 2013
Rangers Player of the Year Awards 2013
The voting is now finished for both awards, thank you to everyone who voted.
McEwan Fraser Sponsors St Columba's Equestrian Team
MFL sponsors St.Columba's School - Kilmacolm
McEwan Fraser Legal sponsors Equestrian Team
Following their recent showjumping success at Kingsbarn Equestrian Centre, St.Columba's is delighted to have been sponsored by MFL.
The competition, in which the team finished an impressive second, was a qualifier for the NSEA Championships, held each winter at Addington Manor Equestrian Centre in Buckinghamshire.
The qualified team consisted of the captain Jessica Lee, Niamh Allen, Molly Bower and Olivia Finch. These girls in addition to the other competitors (Emma Findley, Kirsten Findley, Amy Gillespie and Anna Galloway) who have all represented St.Columba's, received personalised hoodies from Darren Lee (Regional Manager) from MFL. These will be worn to ALL school competitions and training sessions, which are held regularly at Ingliston Equestrian Centre in Bishopton, Renfrewshire.
The NSEA (National Schools Equestrian Association) championships are a prestigious event that all British schools are eligible for. The event at Kingsbarn was the only Scottish qualifier, meaning competitors travelled from all over the country, clearly demonstrating the ability of the school team.
Perfect day for Celtic's Player of the Year
Charlie Mulgrew wins the Celtic Player of the Year Award 2012 sponsored by McEwan Fraser Legal
Read the full story here: Perfect day for Celtic's Player of the Year
Voting begins for Celtic Player of the Year Award
As part of McEwan Fraser Legal's sponsorship of the Celtic Player of the Year Award we are also managing the voting poll for this award.
McEwan Fraser Legal donates to the charity Children 1st
McEwan Fraser Legal are delighted to have recently supported Children 1st charity with a donation toward their fundraising efforts.
Sponsors of Celtic and Rangers Player of the Year Awards 2012
McEwan Fraser Legal are sponsoring both the Celtic and Rangers player of the year awards 2012.
Police Ball 2012 Donation
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MFL open 7 days per week
McEwan Fraser Legal office @ 15 Annandale Street is open 7 days per week - Monday to Friday 8am till Midnight and Saturday/Sunday 9am till 5.30pm
McEwan Fraser Legal Agent Car
The McEwan Fraser Legal's Photography Departments new car
Face 2 Face
McEwan Fraser Legal is now a business partner with Face 2 Face Financial Planning and Mortgage Solutions.
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Media enquiries
If you require more information regarding McEwan Fraser Legal, Solicitors and Estate Agents or have a query, please contact our Human Resources Manager, Lauren Clouston, 0131 524 9797 or email lauren@mcewanfraserlegal.co.uk who will be pleased to help you.