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Construction - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Garry Borland KC is a highly reputed silk with a broad-based practice running the full gamut of construction, professional negligence and engineering. He has acted in some of the most high-profile cases in Scotland, including complex defect and damages claims, as well as disputes over framework agreements concerning public sector housing refurbishment.
Strengths
Garry is a first-class advocate.
Garry Borland is probably one of the top KC's for construction disputes in Scotland and continues to be a go-to person.
Garry Borland is the go-to person if you want the right answer. He is excellent on his feet and has a calm manner.
Commercial Dispute Resolution - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Garry Borland KC comes highly recommended for complex, high-value commercial and contractual matters and is regularly cited as a standout advocate for construction and engineering disputes. He is also frequently instructed in insolvency, tax and professional liability proceedings. He has handled disputes arising across a number of industry sectors including financial services, energy and insurance.
Strengths
He has the ability to distil incredibly difficult and novel arguments into a readily understandable format. Exceptionally knowledgeable and experienced, he is invaluable to forming client strategy.
Restructuring/Insolvency - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Garry Borland KC has a broad practice dealing with all areas of commercial law and detailed knowledge of restructuring and insolvency. He often advises on high-value and technical insolvency cases and is also well respected for his grasp of construction, property and company disputes. He is well versed in capital reductions and disposals of companies.
Strengths
Garry is technically an excellent lawyer, one of the best in the Scottish bar. He is also very clear in his communications with clients.
Garry is an extremely able advocate. He is organised and thorough, verging on meticulous, and very impressive on his feet.