UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
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Brodies acts in significant, high profile human rights cases in the Scottish courts, including challenges to the Scottish Parliament, based on the European Convention on Human Rights.
Our solicitor advocates Christine O’Neill and Niall McLean are the only two solicitor advocates on the Scottish Government’s list of Standing Junior Counsel and the Equality and Human Rights Commission's panel of counsel in Scotland.
We are the first port of call for many Scottish public authority clients requiring human rights advice, especially in complex and sensitive matters. We have long-standing expertise and experience across the full spectrum of human rights and civil liberties issues, including:
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Brodies is regularly instructed by the Scottish government and local authorities on matters involving multifaceted human rights issues. It offers seasoned expertise in a wide range of topics ranging from healthcare and social welfare to education and immigration. The firm is also skilled at advising corporate clients on their compliance with international human rights law and the Equality Act 2010.
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Brodies supported the law reform charity JUSTICE with the preparation of a handbook concerning the rule of law for all Scottish MPs elected in the 2024 election.
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Brodies have been very helpful. There is no matter which is too small and no effort which is too great for them.
Brodies provides a responsible and solution-focused service.
With Brodies, we almost always got a quick response and had access to relevant team members.
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