Restructuring/Insolvency

Ampersand Advocates is well regarded for its handling of a wide range of restructuring and insolvency matters. The stable's advocates are frequently instructed to represent administrators, companies, banks and insolvency office holders in complex claims involving allegations of wrongful trading and breach of fiduciary duty, among other matters. Members have further experience of appearing in both domestic and cross-border matters, and are regularly called upon to act for and advise their clients on both contentious and non-contentious insolvency cases. Barristers at the stable have recently acted on MCR Oil Tools LLC v SPEX Group Holdings Limited, inan appeal to the Court of Session involving the adjudication and rejection of high value claims by liquidators.

Alan Moffat leads the clerking team.

"The clerking is really good - very responsive and very helpful."

Robert Howie KC has a strong reputation as a commercial advocate and is also known for his ability to handle highly technical cases. He handles a broad range of insolvency work arising out of liquidations, sequestrations and bankruptcy petitions. He also has recognised expertise in construction law, often advising on insolvency issues arising from this industry. He has appeared before the House of Lords and the Supreme Court on numerous occasions. "Robert has an excellent level of attention to detail."

Ross Anderson is a well-regarded advocate noted for his expert handling of complex and high-value commercial disputes and breach of directors' duties matters. He has experience appearing in cross-border cases. He regularly advises and acts for liquidators, among other clients. "Ross was very collaborative to work with, he's commercial and practical. He's always trying to find solutions and will adapt accordingly." "Ross Anderson is excellent." "Ross Anderson is a quality advocate. One of the best non-silks. He gives clients lots of assurance. He's also seen as one of the leading advocates in all of Scotland."

Usman Tariq is a well-regarded barrister with a broad commercial practice. He is regularly instructed to act for administrators, liquidators and trustees, among other parties, in corporate and personal insolvency cases. Tariq appears in several complex, high-value proceedings, and can be seen acting as sole counsel in the Court of Session. "Usman is a good advocate." "It's clear he is a strong advocate and a clever guy. He is excellent."