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Professional Negligence - Scotland (Bar)
What the Team is Known For
Ampersand Advocates is recognised as a leading stable for professional liability matters in Scotland. The advocates often advise and act in proceedings on behalf of and against a suite of professionals including solicitors, surveyors, architects and financial advisers. A client comments that: "The expertise of their advocates is well known and respected." One recent matter saw members act in Chrystal v Levy McRae and others, a professional negligence claim against a firm of solicitors in the Court of Session.
Strengths
The clerks are very proactive in ensuring relevant advocates are identified and that deadlines are met.
Notable practitioners
Paul Reid is an excellent junior with experience appearing unled in a wide array of professional liability disputes, including claims brought against solicitors, engineers, construction firms and financial services professionals.
Paul has a great eye for strategy, he is incredibly robust and likes to negotiate a good deal.
Usman Tariq garners respect for his handling of professional negligence claims, primarily against firms of solicitors.
Usman is described as a 'rabbit out of the hat' barrister because of his novel and creative arguments.