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Axiom Advocates

Restructuring/Insolvency

UK Bar Guide 2026 : Scotland (Bar)


Axiom Advocates

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Scotland (Bar)

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Axiom Advocates is widely regarded as the leading stable at the Scottish Bar for restructuring and insolvency matters. It houses a number of talented advocates who are regularly called upon to represent liquidators, administrators, distressed companies and trustees, among other parties, in a wide range of insolvency applications and in director disqualification proceedings. Members are also adept at advising their clients on non-contentious insolvency matters such as strategic planning and distressed connections. Members of the stable recently acted for Dobbies Garden Centres, securing the Court of Session's sanction for a contested restructuring plan. One instructing solicitor calls Axiom Advocates "the best commercial stable in Scotland," while another praises the stable's "exceptional knowledge and commercial awareness."

The practice manager is Lesley Flynn.

Strengths

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  • The clerking is very good.

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  • The clerks are very good, on the ball, very responsive and problem-solvers. The clerks played a key role in making sure we met critical deadlines.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Almira Delibegović-Broome
    Band 1Almira Delibegović-Broome

    Almira Delibegović-Broome

    Almira Delibegović-Broome KC is an experienced silk who has a robust commercial practice and is regularly instructed in complex insolvency disputes. She represents a mix of corporate stakeholders and insolvency practitioners. She also has wider experience in corporate finance, tax and commercial contracts. She has experience appearing in matters before the Supreme Court.

    • Almira is a top KC.

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  • Band 1David Thomson
    Band 1David Thomson

    David Thomson

    David Thomson KC practises exclusively in commercial litigation, with a strong focus on restructuring and insolvency. He is very highly thought of for his technical knowledge and advocacy skills. He is also experienced in property disputes and professional negligence.

    • David is really at the top of his game, incredibly good on his feet and technically excellent.

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    • David is a fantastic trial lawyer and very good in cross-examination.

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  • Band 1Elisabeth Roxburgh
    Band 1Elisabeth Roxburgh

    Elisabeth Roxburgh

    Elisabeth Roxburgh is a highly capable junior advising on all areas of insolvency and bankruptcy, who continues to build on her sterling reputation at the Bar. She assists liquidators, individuals and corporate stakeholders with a variety of claims and applications. She receives excellent feedback for her approach to cases as well as her technical command of insolvency law. She is well versed in providing advice on contractual agreements and options for debt recovery.

    • Elisabeth is a very technical advocate.

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    • Elisabeth is really approachable and responsive.

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  • Band 1Garry Borland
    Band 1Garry Borland

    Garry Borland

    Garry Borland KC has a broad practice dealing with all areas of commercial law and detailed knowledge of restructuring and insolvency. He often advises on high-value and technical insolvency cases and is also well respected for his grasp of construction, property and company disputes. He is well versed in capital reductions and disposals of companies.

    • Garry is technically an excellent lawyer, one of the best in the Scottish bar. He is also very clear in his communications with clients.

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    • Garry is an extremely able advocate. He is organised and thorough, verging on meticulous, and very impressive on his feet.

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  • Band 2Paul O'Brien
    Band 2Paul O'Brien

    Paul O'Brien

    Paul O'Brien KC focuses his practice on commercial disputes, including significant insolvency cases. He acts on contentious recovery matters, as well as in an advisory capacity on complex corporate insolvencies. He previously worked as a solicitor before being called to the Bar.

    • Paul is a go-to on the more complex insolvency matters. His knowledge and ability to interpret the rules is second to none. He is really good with commercial clients and his advocacy is great too.

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  • Band 2Susan Ower
    Band 2Susan Ower

    Susan Ower

    Susan Ower KC is a highly regarded advocate who handles a broad spectrum of issues relating to administrations, liquidations and sequestrations. She regularly acts on behalf of insolvency practitioners, banks and financial institutions. She has also appeared before the Supreme Court in numerous matters.

    • Susan is very commercially savvy and a fighter in court. She is good to deal with and great with clients.

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Ranked Barristers at Axiom Advocates (6)

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