Administrative & Public Law

Balfour+Manson has a strong track record of acting in high-profile disputes on novel questions of public law. The firm is particularly renowned for its representation of applicants in high-profile judicial reviews involving human rights, EU or constitutional issues. The team is also adept in commercial matters, planning issues and professional discipline. Its lawyers are regularly sought after by public bodies, commercial organisations and regulators. In addition, the team is increasingly active on environment-related public law challenges.

"Balfour+Manson provides good client service and an overall great experience. I find them to be thorough."

"The lawyers provide excellent advice to their clients."

Balfour+Manson acted for Shelter Scotland in a number of petitions for judicial review on behalf of individuals challenging the decisions of local authorities in relation to their homelessness duties in terms of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1987.

Elaine Motion is a well-recognised practitioner at Balfour+Manson. She is held in high regard for her ability to handle sophisticated disputes arising in the administrative and public law space. "She is incredibly tenacious and fights really hard for the client." "She will fight tooth and nail for her clients."

Sindi Mules is a partner in the litigation team at Balfour+Manson. She is noted for her expertise in handling judicial review matters relating to human rights. She also focuses on cases with environmental and planning law aspects. "Sindi is extremely responsive, constantly available, thorough and well connected." "Sindi is calm, unflappable, always well prepared and works hard."