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Bob Ruddiman

Bob Ruddiman

UK 2026

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About

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UK

Career

Bob is a global leader in his field.

He heads the Energy team at Burness Paull – which combines the strengths of the firm’s well-established Renewables practice and highly-regarded Oil & Gas practice.

Bob’s deep energy expertise has seen him participate in and lead teams acting on a wide variety of energy matters, including representing energy majors, independents, utilities, individuals, service companies, private equity houses and banks.

He has worked on energy matters across multiple jurisdictions - operating extensively with clients across the USA, Canada, Europe, the Middle East and South East Asia in addition to the UK.

Recognised as a leading industry expert, Bob is dual-qualified to practise in both Scotland and also in England and Wales.

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas - Scotland

Band 1
Band 1

Individual Editorial

Co-head of the firm's energy team Bob Ruddiman is recognised by sources for his extensive expertise in the oil and gas sector.

Strengths

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  • Bob has unrivalled knowledge of the upstream market in the North Sea.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Bob is an industry veteran with lots of years of experience; he is such a safe pair of hands and is good for a broad range of matters.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Bob has a deep understanding of the energy sector and provides outstanding legal advice which is appreciated by clients.

    Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & GasChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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Scotland

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