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Professional Negligence - Scotland (Bar)

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What the Team is Known For

Axiom Advocates is a leading destination for a full suite of professional negligence matters. The stable regularly advises on claims arising in the accounting, construction and finance sectors, and has noted proficiency in disputes brought against solicitors. Its members are regularly called upon to advise on some of the highest-profile matters in the field, such as Greater Glasgow Health Board v Multiplex Construction Europe, WSP UK and Nightingale Architects. A £25 million claim made on the basis that cladding installed at a flagship hospital did not comply with building standards. One solicitor notes: "The members of this set have appeared in all of the leading Scottish cases in this practice area over the past year. They are undoubtedly the market leaders for this practice area."

Strengths

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The clerks are excellent and their counsel are very user-friendly.

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The clerks at Axiom are friendly, responsive and supportive.

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The clerking over there is really good, I am always singing their praises and they always go out of their way to help in any matter.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alastair Duncan
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Band 1

Alastair Duncan KC is recommended for his expertise in handling professional negligence matters pertaining to the legal sector, while also offering experience in matters concerning surveying.

Alastair is brilliant; he is calm and very easy to deal with.

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Ewen Campbell
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Band 1

Ewen Campbell enjoys a growing reputation for his abilities in the professional negligence field, particularly in solicitors' negligence.

Ewen is sensible and commercial, KC's often request him as a junior.

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Iain Ferguson
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Band 1

Iain Ferguson KC is recommended for his expertise in handling professional negligence matters pertaining to the legal sector, while also offering experience in matters concerning the surveying and insurance spheres.

Iain is the ultimate and go to advocate for difficult, complex matters. He is utterly forensic in his approach, but is also generous with his time.

Iain is an outstanding KC, his attention to detail is simply second to none.

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Roddy Dunlop
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Band 1

Roddy Dunlop KC continues to excel in the professional negligence sphere, handling matters relating to the legal profession. He handles such cases as part of a far broader practice that encompasses a variety of commercial disputes.

Roddy has a superb legal mind which is coupled with outstanding presentation skills.

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Scott Manson
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Band 1

Scott Manson is a hard-working and detail-oriented advocate who operates a varied practice, handling negligence claims against professionals from the legal, financial and construction sectors.

Scott is an excellent advocate, is technically able and is also commercial.

Scott has the ability to break down complex legal issues into chunks which are easy to digest.

Scott is a very robust junior, handling complex contractual claims very well.

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Adam McKinlay
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Band 2

Adam McKinlay has rapidly made a name for himself in the professional negligence field. He has acted for pursuers and in defending solicitors' firms, typically in cases concerning property transactions with an element of fraud.

Adam is a very measured, calm and intelligent advocate. He is highly rated by clients for his ability to deliver clear, reasoned advice.

Adam is a very capable advocate.

Adam is technically able and is highly commercial, building a good rapport with clients.

He is hugely experienced in this area. Adam's early case assessments are spot-on, inspiring confidence in his judgement.

Adam is extremely personable and his ability to master complex points of law is truly impressive.

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Chris Paterson
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Band 2

Chris Paterson is a highly respected junior who excels in a broad array of commercial disputes, with notably strong capabilities in handling professional negligence claims. He is experienced in cases involving solicitors and surveyors, among other professionals.

Chris is a sensible, commercial silk who is very personable.

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Gavin Walker
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Gavin Walker KC enjoys a burgeoning reputation at the Scottish Bar for handling a broad range of complex commercial disputes. His professional negligence practice is particularly focused on matters involving construction professionals.

Gavin is extremely sensible, personable and commercial. He is a highly persuasive advocate.

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Helen Watts
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Band 2

Helen Watts handles complex, high-value professional negligence claims against legal, construction and tax professionals. She acts for both claimants and defendants.

Helen is responsive, accurate and reliable.

Helen is a real star, she is incredibly responsive, and is good with clients in challenging situations.

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Jonathan Barne
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Band 2

Jonathan Barne KC is well regarded for his professional negligence expertise. He handles claims involving legal and construction professionals, among others. He is also able to draw on his wider expertise in property law.

Jonathan's advocacy is excellent. He is very vigorous on behalf of the client, whilst remaining affable in a consultation or settlement agreement.

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Ranked Barristers at
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Scotland (Bar)

Professional Negligence
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Alastair Duncan KC
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Iain Ferguson KC
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Roddy Dunlop KC
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Chris Paterson KC
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Gavin Walker KC
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Helen Watts KC
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Jonathan Barne KC
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Juniors

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Professional Negligence
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Ewen Campbell
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Scott Manson
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Adam McKinlay
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