UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
Ranked Individuals
Provided by Harper Macleod LLP
Our team acts predominantly for public bodies within this specialist area, where individuals interact with the State, but perhaps uniquely within Scotland, also act for those bringing forward challenges to hold public bodies to account. We have a high-profile client base with clients including the Scottish Government and numerous public bodies. On the 'holding to account' side of the table, we also act for Greenpeace, Avaaz Foundation and individuals who fight to have their rights upheld and seek to advance causes through strategic litigation in relation to globally important issues such as the climate emergency and anti-corruption.
We have successfully led and defended many Judicial Review and Statutory Appeal cases for public, third sector and private sector clients, many with significant political, media and public interest.
Our team is embedded within Scottish public life. We are the only firm in Scotland to be appointed to all available lots on the Scottish Government, Glasgow City Council and City of Edinburgh Council legal services frameworks, as well as acting for numerous other government departments/non-departmental public bodies, along with 28 of the 32 Scottish local authorities. This means that we advise at a strategic and operational level on the most sensitive issues affecting those organisations and are involved in complex and socially or politically sensitive cases where these authorities, engage citizens’ human rights and impact their civil liberties.
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Harper Macleod acts on behalf of a variety of clients, including governmental and public bodies, as well as individuals, private companies and third sector organisations. The team is capable of handling mandates that overlap with areas such as housing, family, data and prison law.
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Harper Macleod represented Greenpeace in its defence action against Shell concerning a protest in the Jackdaw Field.
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Harper Macleod have a real understanding of our professional landscape allied with a real determination to deliver a first-class service.
Harper Macleod are unrivalled in their ability to handle complex matters.
Harper Macleod are formidable and I would have no hesitation in going to them.
They are very supportive and proactive.
Harper Macleod are really full-service for public law and public service.
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She is truly excellent. Jennifer is helpful and anticipates what the clients need.
Jennifer is very intelligent and pragmatic, and very much looks for the outcome the client wants.
She is brilliant at this and clients love her. She is methodical.
Jennifer is a very good communicator and knows how to get things done.
Calum Gee is fast developing a reputation for acting for a range of public and private sector clients. He frequently advises clients on issues relating to civil liberties and human rights, as well as contentious data protection and EU law, among other areas.
He is a smart lawyer and nice to deal with.
He knows his cases inside and out.
Calum has a really analytical mind and is really engaged with the law. He is one of these guys who has thought everything through before everyone else has.
Calum is the calm head you need in fast-paced matters.
Civil Liberties & Human Rights
Civil Liberties & Human Rights
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