Christine O'Neill KC
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Christine is Chairman of Brodies LLP and a recognised expert on public and constitutional law issues in Scotland. She is an accredited mediator and a solicitor advocate. Her hallmark is developing strong client relationships in the public and private sectors and providing clear, practical advice. Christine was appointed as Queen's Counsel in 2020.
Christine advises clients on legislation and statutory interpretation, the powers and duties of public bodies including the Scottish Parliament, and freedom of information laws and data protection. She acts for a range of Scottish and UK clients including the Scottish Government, BBC Scotland, the Equality and Human Rights Commission, the Gambling Commission and the Scottish Qualifications Authority. She is a member of Brodies' Charities & Third Sector Team, advising the Scottish Charity Regulator and a number of charities.
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Christine O'Neill chairs the firm and was appointed King's Counsel in 2020. She is one of the most admired public law experts in the UK and is experienced in the defending and challenging of procurement decisions.
Christine O'Neill is a partner in the Brodies government, competition and regulation team. She is a prominent administrative and public law practitioner with first-class expertise in high-profile public inquiries and judicial reviews.
Christine O'Neill practises across a wide range of civil liberties and public law matters. She is a frequent choice for public bodies seeking defence and is experienced in handling some of the most sophisticated and significant cases in Scotland. O'Neill is a member of the Equality and Human Rights Commission's A Panel.
Christine O'Neill heads the parliamentary practice at Brodies and is chair of the firm. She is lauded for acting on government litigation as well as advising on bill drafting. O'Neill is also noted for her expertise on constitutional matters.
Chair of Brodies Christine O'Neill is a well-regarded freedom of information lawyer. She is especially adept at supporting clients with highly sensitive contentious cases.
Christine O'Neill has a broad practice in the sector, advising clients on a range of governance and regulatory issues, including malpractice investigations and judicial reviews. She frequently represents leading universities and public bodies, among others.
Christine O'Neill is chair of Brodies. She has notable experience assisting with judicial reviews and inquiries.
Christine O'Neill is chair of Brodies and acts for an array of regulatory bodies in disciplinary matters across the medical, financial and legal sectors. She is a qualified barrister and regularly handles the advocacy for PSA appeals.
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"An amazing solicitor."
"Christine O'Neill does great work in the public sector."
"Christine provides excellent customer service and a detailed understanding of our operating environment."
"Christine is an expert and source of excellent advice and guidance. She is incredibly approachable and good to work with."
"She is very good at client management and good at getting to the core of an issue."
"Christine is excellent; she is very experienced and always on top of her brief."
"She is an incredibly dedicated and able lawyer."
"I would recommend Christine without pause."
"Christine is one of the best lawyers I have worked with."
"She is the leading expert in her area but also has a good awareness of the landscape and excellent communication skills which means you are getting excellent value."
"Christine is an eminent expert and the source of excellent advice and guidance. Christine is incredibly approachable and good to work with."
"Christine O'Neill is always the first choice for public procurement law in Scotland. She is a joy to work with."
"Christine is a leader with the skill and experience to guide and advise her clients on very complex matters of law."
"Christine is one of the best lawyers I have worked with."
"She is a leading parliamentary expert, but she also has good awareness of the landscape and excellent communication skills, which means you get excellent value."
"Christine is an eminent expert and a source of excellent advice and guidance."
"Christine is incredibly approachable and good to work with. Given her seniority, it is remarkable how much time she finds for clients and her patience as we work through tricky issues."
"Christine is professional, accessible and transparent."
"He's smart, user-friendly and down to earth."
"An amazing solicitor."
"Christine O'Neill does great work in the public sector."
"Christine provides excellent customer service and a detailed understanding of our operating environment."
"Christine is an expert and source of excellent advice and guidance. She is incredibly approachable and good to work with."
"She is very good at client management and good at getting to the core of an issue."
"Christine is excellent; she is very experienced and always on top of her brief."
"She is an incredibly dedicated and able lawyer."
"I would recommend Christine without pause."
"Christine is one of the best lawyers I have worked with."
"She is the leading expert in her area but also has a good awareness of the landscape and excellent communication skills which means you are getting excellent value."
"Christine is an eminent expert and the source of excellent advice and guidance. Christine is incredibly approachable and good to work with."
"Christine O'Neill is always the first choice for public procurement law in Scotland. She is a joy to work with."
"Christine is a leader with the skill and experience to guide and advise her clients on very complex matters of law."
"Christine is one of the best lawyers I have worked with."
"She is a leading parliamentary expert, but she also has good awareness of the landscape and excellent communication skills, which means you get excellent value."
"Christine is an eminent expert and a source of excellent advice and guidance."
"Christine is incredibly approachable and good to work with. Given her seniority, it is remarkable how much time she finds for clients and her patience as we work through tricky issues."
"Christine is professional, accessible and transparent."
"He's smart, user-friendly and down to earth."
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