Construction

Alasdair McKenzie is an in-demand advocate who regularly appears on behalf of contractors, subcontractors, employers and professional individuals. He exhibits aptitude across various forms of ADR and has broad experience in building damages, alleged breaches of contract and negligence proceedings.

"Alasdair McKenzie KC is an excellent advocate and one of our go-to construction counsel."

David Thomson KC is a respected advocate with expertise in construction and engineering disputes, as part of a broader commercial practice. He represents both contractors and employers in substantial cases involving claims of defects, contractual interpretation issues and the implementation of Remedial Works Agreements.

"David Thomson KC is a great advocate; his legal arguments are always presented well in court and on paper. We have a great deal of confidence in his legal ability and he gets good results."

"David Thomson is easy to deal with and very responsive. He provided clear and concise written work which the clients appreciated."

Garry Borland KC is a highly reputed silk with a broad-based practice running the full gamut of construction, professional negligence and engineering. He has acted in some of the most high-profile cases in Scotland, including complex defect and damages claims, as well as disputes over framework agreements concerning public sector housing refurbishment.

"Garry Borland is the leading construction advocate in Scotland. He is incredibly forensic and fantastic on his feet, but remains commercial."

"Garry Borland is an excellent advocate with very strong commercial acumen."

Gavin Walker KC is a leading advocate in the sector and is regularly instructed by contractors in heavyweight construction disputes with employers. He acts across professional negligence-related matters, contractual disputes and defects claims.

"Gavin Walker is a very robust and tenacious senior. He is an asset to have on your side in difficult cases."

Jonathan Broome is an experienced practitioner in the field of construction who offers particular expertise in matters with a professional negligence overlap. He acts for both employers and engineering contractors. He is also well versed in all forms of ADR and matters involving defective refurbishments and issues concerning conclusivity of final certificates.

"Jonathan Broome is very proactive. He has an excellent knowledge of construction law, is very commercial and is a strong strategist in formulating successful legal strategies."

"Jonathan Broome is an excellent junior. He has the ear of the court and the respect of his peers."

Scott Manson is a highly sought-after junior. He offers particular expertise in handling disputes arising from construction projects, including claims of negligence, breach of contract and defects.

"Scott Manson is undoubtedly one of the best juniors at the Scottish Bar. His advice is diligent, robust, pragmatic and sensible. His client service is second to none."

"Scott Manson is very user-friendly and takes a very commercial approach. He is very technically able and gets to the crux of the matter quickly."

"Scott Manson is an excellent advocate who handles client expectations well and has a strong ability to handle complex matters."

Adam McKinlay boasts notable expertise in construction-related professional negligence actions and defects and damages disputes. He frequently acts in a variety of construction disputes for private companies and public sector clients.

"Adam McKinlay is not just legally astute and able to grasp complex disputes but provides a first-rate service in terms of delivering to timescales and meeting the client's needs. He is user-friendly."

"Adam is an absolutely excellent advocate who is very bright, user-friendly and able to grasp complex matters quickly."

David Massaro is well versed in construction matters, and often acts in claims involving contractual issues, professional negligence and damages. Massaro has experience appearing at all levels of court including the Court of Session.

"David Massaro is highly regarded and commercially astute."

"David is an exceptionally bright advocate when it comes to the quality of his written arguments and his attendance in court. He is a talented orator in court. He has always been commercially aware."

Jonathan Barne KC has an impressively broad practice encompassing the professional negligence, contractual and administrative elements of construction law. He is often instructed in multimillion-pound, reputationally sensitive disputes, and is particularly active in cases concerning infrastructure projects.

"Jonathan Barne KC is an iron fist in a velvet glove - very understated but pulls a punch when he needs to. He is calm, considered and good to have on your side."

Miranda Hamilton is an experienced junior with expertise in construction disputes relating to adjudications. She has particular experience in defective works cases, including those relating to healthcare developments.

"Miranda Hamilton is an excellent junior who has a real eye for detail."

Murray Steel's expertise covers contractual actions in connection with construction disputes, as well as professional liability cases and insurance matters.

"Murray Steel is a fantastic junior who has a strong ability to grasp complex issues quicky and deliver robust and sound commercial advice. He is a great advocate to have in your corner."

"Murray Steel is a very safe pair of hands. He is very responsive, very easy to deal with and very technically able. He drills into the detail of things and doesn't leave any stone unturned."

"His measured approach to every situation makes him a joy to deal with."