UK Guide 2026 : Scotland
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Morton Fraser MacRoberts acts on a varied portfolio of commercial litigation and has particular expertise in advising clients on contractual disputes. The firm's clients include key names from the energy, banking and transport industries, among others.
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Morton Fraser MacRoberts represented Lothian Health Board in claims against Consort Healthcare concerning cold room failures that resulted in the loss of medicine.
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Morton Fraser MacRoberts has good attention to detail and the ability to grasp technical terminology. The team are quick to respond to queries.
They give excellent advice that, as well as being legally astute, is pragmatic and reflects their clients' commercial and personal objectives.
They offer strategic insight and advice as well as legal substance and a pragmatic approach to dispute resolution.
The firm is able to bring specialist skills to the table and has great strength in depth. I have always found the team to be user-friendly.
They are a very proactive team with a deep understanding of our business and the key dynamics that drive it.
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Julie Hamilton has extensive experience in litigation and handles a wide range of contentious matters, including contractual and shareholder disputes. She also has experience handling high-profile public procurement and construction disputes.
Julie Hamilton is very responsive and has excellent commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
Her attention to detail is excellent, and she appears unflappable.
Richard McMeeken is a dual-qualified solicitor advocate with a great deal of litigation expertise. Based in Edinburgh, he assists clients with a range of matters, including shareholder and insolvency-related disputes.
Richard has shrewd legal and commercial judgement, really understands his clients and takes the time to build trusted relationships.
Richard McMeeken is a knowledgeable, commercial litigator. He is focused on getting a good result for the client, without losing sight of the legal issues.
Richard McMeeken is a sensible and strong litigator.
Nicola Ross acts for clients in a range of commercial disputes, including insolvency and debt recovery claims. Ross' clients are involved in a broad range of sectors, including real estate and finance.
I find Nicola very proactive and tenacious.
Nicola Ross is very experienced and well respected in the insolvency market.
She is a solid and safe pair of hands.
Nicola Ross takes a pragmatic and proactive approach to litigation and retains commercial awareness. Her personable and straightforward manner makes her an effective communicator with clients.
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