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Brodies LLP

Administrative & Public Law

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Brodies LLP

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Provided by Brodies LLP

We advise clients on all aspects of administrative and public law, whether in relation to legislation; parliamentary advice; judicial review; local government or public procurement.

We are instructed in Scotland’s highest profile public law cases in the Scottish Courts, Supreme Court and Court of Justice of the European Union, and our expertise is sought by clients in both public sector and commercial organisations. 

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Administrative & Public Law - Scotland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Brodies boasts a pre-eminent public and administrative law practice that is known for defending the Scottish government, regulators, local authorities and public bodies against a wide range of challenges. The firm also advises on complex constitutional, regulatory and governance issues. It is particularly prominent for its work advising the Scottish government on Brexit and related cases. The team has capabilities that include advocating on behalf of clients, as well as advising on litigation and legislation.

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Work Highlights

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  • Brodies represented Shell UK in a judicial review brought by Greenpeace and

    Uplift who challenged the development and production of oil and gas in the North Sea.

Strengths

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  • Brodies' advice is consistently high-quality, quickly turned around and pragmatic.

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  • The team at Brodies provide succinct advice specifically tailored to our needs. They pull out all the stops when something is urgent.

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  • Brodies are proactive and purposeful. They are prompt with decisive recommendations and ensure all angles are covered.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Christine O'Neill
    Christine O'Neill

    Christine O'Neill

    Christine O'Neill is a partner in the Brodies government, competition and regulation team. She is a prominent administrative and public law practitioner with first-class expertise in high-profile public inquiries and judicial reviews.

    • Christine inspires complete confidence. She provides decisive and pragmatic advice that is set against the contextual and sectoral backdrop with an eye to future risks and trends.

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    • She is a true public law specialist.

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    • Christine has exceptional knowledge and is a first-class KC in her field.

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  • Charles Livingstone
    Charles Livingstone

    Charles Livingstone

    Charles Livingstone is an experienced lawyer in the administrative and public law practice at Brodies. He is well known for his expertise in judicial review proceedings relating to competition, procurement and data protection.

    • Charles is a very astute lawyer.

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    • Charles is very straightforward and hands-on.

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    • Charles provides clear, concise and well-considered advice.

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  • Niall McLean
    Niall McLean

    Niall McLean

    Niall McLean is a partner and solicitor advocate in the government, regulation and competition practice at Brodies. He is noted for his experience advising public and private sector clients on a range of public law matters, including governance, statutory appeals and judicial reviews.

    • Niall is very robust but also practical and delivers strategic advice that goes beyond just the legal picture. He is the calm and reassuring confidant in a crisis.

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    • Niall can turn his hand to everything. He provides holistic advice.

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    • Niall provides an excellent, prompt service.

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