Parliamentary & Public Affairs - Scotland
Band 2
What the Team is Known For
Anderson Strathern is known for its solid parliamentary and public affairs practice, which acts for a range of clients including regulatory authorities, government departments and commissioners. The team is highly experienced in the drafting and interpretation of bills going through the Scottish and UK parliaments, as well as the interpretation of statutory frameworks. It has substantial experience working on ongoing key issues such as COVID-19, Brexit and data protection. In addition, the firm handles legislation across a range of sectors, including education and healthcare.
Strengths
Anderson Strathern offers strategic thinking and understands our needs as an organisation. I was appreciative of how we developed a collaborative working relationship.
Anderson Strathern has a great pipeline of lawyers from very senior to junior people and they are all extremely well prepared. They ensure we remain on top of laws.
The team has specialist subject matter expertise and is highly responsive with a strong can-do attitude and excellent strategic thinking.
Work Highlights
Anderson Strathern advised the Scottish Information Commissioner on various Freedom of Information issues, including representing him in appeals against his Decision Notices.
Notable practitioners
Audrey Cameron is a key contact at the firm.
