Compass Chambers is praised by instructing solicitors as "the leading personal injury stable in Scotland." The stable houses a strong bench of senior and junior advocates who are regularly instructed to act on behalf of both pursuers and defenders in high-value catastrophic injury, industrial disease and fatal accident claims. Additional areas of expertise for the team include cases arising from road traffic accidents and complex occupiers' liability claims, and several of the stable's members are adept at handling cases involving allegations of abuse. Advocates were instructed in Samuel Cameron v Martin Swan & D McGhee & Sons, in which the first defender pled guilty to a charge of careless driving after running over the drunk pursuer lying in the middle of the road.

"The clerks at Compass are all excellent - quick to respond, helpful and pleasant to deal with."

"Head clerk Gavin Herd and his team provide a first-class service."

Robert Milligan KC
Robert Milligan KC is widely revered as one of Scotland's most eminent personal injury advocates. He is considered to be an authority on catastrophic injury, occupational stress and product liability claims. He acts for both pursuers and defenders in all courts up to the Court of Session. "Robert's analysis of expert reports and preparation is second to none." "He possesses a first-rate legal mind."

Gordon Balfour
Gordon Balfour is acknowledged for his diverse workload. He predominantly acts for defenders across a range of areas, including industrial disease claims, employers' liability and catastrophic and fatal injury matters. He is particularly adept at handling claims involving spinal and brain injuries. He also has experience advising on claims involving PTSD and road traffic accidents. "Gordon has a forensic eye for detail." "He has a good manner with clients and a strong commercial sense." "He is an exceptional advocate. His technical knowledge is second to none."

Angela Grahame KC
Angela Grahame KC has a varied practice spanning road traffic accidents, employers' liability, catastrophic injury, historic abuse and industrial disease claims. She is also experienced in the handling of fatal claims. She is sought after for her handling of inquiries, often involving considerable media attention. She typically acts on behalf of pursuers. "She has significant knowledge and experience in the specialist field of asbestos litigation." "Angela has a meticulous eye for detail." "She is absolutely superb." "Angela is exceptionally gifted and fantastic with people. She inspires confidence in clients."

Steve Love KC
Steve Love KC maintains an excellent reputation for handling road traffic accident claims. He is particularly noted for his expertise in cases involving motorcycle accidents. He also has experience in aviation accidents. He receives recognition for his tenacity in cases. His expertise also encompasses industrial disease and claims arising out of employment. "Steve is very knowledgeable." "He offers strategic advice."

Ian Mackay KC
Ian Mackay KC is capable of handling cases across the full spectrum of personal injury. He has a particular specialism in stress and catastrophic injury work. His capabilities include fatal claims or disputes involving heavily contested liability. He acts for both pursuers and defenders, and he is known for his expertise in cross-examination. "Ian is excellent with clients and a superb negotiator."

Malcolm McGregor
Malcolm McGregor acts primarily for defenders and is a specialist in catastrophic injury and industrial disease claims, particularly in asbestos-related actions. He is also a recognised expert in clinical negligence claims. "Malcolm is very knowledgeable in his field and is well liked by clients for his practical advice." "His technical knowledge is excellent, and his presentation skills always deliver good results in cases."

Richard Pugh
Richard Pugh has expertise in a wide array of personal injury matters, including industrial disease and road traffic accident claims, with complementary skill in employment liability. He acts for both pursuers and defenders in complex, high-value claims. He has experience advocating before the Inner and Outer Houses, as well as in the Supreme Court. "He is an excellent junior counsel."

Lesley Shand KC
Lesley Shand KC has a broad practice encompassing both industrial disease and catastrophic injury cases. She primarily represents defenders and has acted for a number of prominent insurers. She is experienced in cases with complex or unusual liability and quantum issues. Her experience also includes participating in fatal accident inquiries. "Lesley is at the top of her game." "She is dedicated and hard-working." "Lesley is a very experienced and well-respected advocate." "She is meticulous in her preparation and analysis of a case."

Andrew Smith KC
Andrew Smith KC has particular expertise in cases involving brain injuries and complex quantum issues. He is also well versed in high-value road traffic accidents and disease cases. He is known for his robust approach to representing pursuers, and he also has considerable experience working on behalf of defendants. He brings his knowledge of negligence claims to bear in individual claims and group actions.

Kenneth Christine
Kenneth Christine is known primarily for representing pursuers across the whole range of personal injury matters. His areas of expertise include road traffic accidents and industrial disease claims, in particular matters concerning asbestos and hand-arm vibration syndrome. "Kenneth is particularly strong on industrial disease cases." "He is unflappable."

Robin Cleland
Robin Cleland is a respected practitioner acting for both pursuers and defenders in personal injury claims. He is noted for his expertise in both road traffic accident and employers' liability claims. He brings a solid understanding of medical issues to litigation, particularly in the context of fatal accidents. "Robin's written work is excellent." "He communicates very well."

Steve Laing
Steve Laing is highly regarded for his ability to handle fatal and catastrophic injury claims, in particular those relating to road traffic accidents. He commands respect for his work in numerous aspects of personal injury, including employers' liability and occupiers' liability. He predominantly acts for pursuers in tricky cases and is also adept at representing defenders.

Preston Lloyd
Preston Lloyd handles the full gamut of personal injury matters ranging from road traffic accidents to employers' liability. He is also experienced in cases involving property damage and insurance claims. "He has tremendous attention to detail." "Preston is a very experienced advocate."

Craig Murray
Craig Murray acts for defenders, such as local authorities and insurance companies, in a range of personal injury claims. He has notable experience defending fraudulent claims and offers expertise in matters arising from road traffic accidents.

Astrid Smart KC
Astrid Smart KC is a standout silk in both personal injury and clinical negligence matters. She is acknowledged as a towering figure in claims relating to employment liability, public liability, occupiers' liability and road traffic accidents. Additionally, she is knowledgeable about psychiatric claims, and her capabilities include handling both individual and group actions. "Astrid is an extremely smart and incisive advocate." "She is a class act."

Gavin Thornley
Gavin Thornley focuses on fatal and catastrophic injury claims. He has notable experience handling cases concerning spinal and head injuries. He is capable of handling matters involving offshore accidents, employment liability, industrial disease and road traffic accidents. He is particularly able in cases involving foreign law complexities or significant media attention. "Gavin has a great legal mind." "He is able to communicate complex legal matters in a straightforward way." "He is always well prepared."

Calum Wilson
Calum Wilson is known by solicitors and advocates alike for his impressive knowledge of industrial disease claims. He is also proficient in claims involving road traffic accidents. His experience includes claims involving accidents that occur abroad. "Calum is an experienced advocate." "He is pragmatic and very pleasant to deal with."

Amber Galbraith KC
Amber Galbraith KC is a talented practitioner who is known for her work for both pursuers and defenders. She shows expertise in catastrophic injury cases involving complex causation and quantum issues. She is also regularly instructed in fatal inquiries. She is experienced appearing before the Court of Session, the High Court of Justiciary, the Court of Appeal and the sheriff courts. "She is well prepared and quickly gains the respect of clients." "She is an excellent advocate."

David McNaughtan KC
David McNaughtan KC has an expansive practice and is proficient in matters relating to occupiers' liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. He is able to handle cases involving foreign jurisdictions. He has recent experience of acting for pursuers in claims involving defective hip implants under the Consumer Protection Act 1987. "He provides good advice to clients in the most challenging of cases."

Graeme Middleton KC
Graeme Middleton KC has a broad practice which encompasses a range of personal injury matters, including employment liability, industrial disease, road traffic accidents and fatal claims. He is also a prominent figure in professional and clinical negligence matters. He frequently represents both pursuers and defendants, and his clients include local authorities. He has a specialist expertise in asbestos-related lung disease. "Graeme is excellent - approachable, down to earth - and gets to the important issues very quickly." "He has a good presentation style in court."

Barney Ross
Barney Ross acts for both pursuers and defenders in catastrophic brain and spinal injury cases. He is also well regarded for his expert handling of complex industrial disease and fatal claims, and is regularly instructed in cases arising from historic child abuse. "Barney is an exceptional advocate." "His written work is thorough." "He communicates very well with clients."

Kay Springham KC
Kay Springham KC cuts a dash in the courtroom for her defence of individuals, public bodies and other organisations. Her broad caseload includes catastrophic injury, employers' liability and industrial disease claims. "Kay is a pleasure to work with." "She quickly gains the respect of clients." "Kay always bears the client's commercial interests in mind when giving advice." "Kay provides very clear advice."

David Swanney
David Swanney is recognised for his growing expertise in complex personal injury matters. He wins praise for his manner in the courtroom and is routinely instructed in employers' and occupiers liability claims. "David's written work is of a very high quality."