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Real Estate Litigation - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Barne KC is highly sought after for his expertise in professional negligence-related matters and construction cases. He is an experienced representative of local authorities in real estate disputes and routinely advises on statutory repairs matters. He also has strength in dilapidation claims and lease-related disputes.
Strengths
Jonathan Barne is probably the most credible senior counsel in this area. He is always very good with clients.
Construction - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Barne KC has an impressively broad practice encompassing the professional negligence, contractual and administrative elements of construction law. He is often instructed in multimillion-pound, reputationally sensitive disputes, and is particularly active in cases concerning infrastructure projects.
Strengths
Jonathan Barne is an experienced and reliable KC in construction law.
Commercial Dispute Resolution - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Barne KC exhibits meticulous preparation and a robust style of advocacy. He has been instructed in a broad range of cases, including construction and engineering contract disputes and commercial property matters. His clients typically include major energy companies, financial institutions and the Scottish government. His practice also encompasses professional negligence, insolvency and administrative law.
Professional Negligence - Scotland (Bar)
Individual Editorial
Jonathan Barne KC is well regarded for his professional negligence expertise. He handles claims involving legal and construction professionals, among others. He is also able to draw on his wider expertise in property law.
Strengths
Jonathan's advocacy is excellent. He is very vigorous on behalf of the client, whilst remaining affable in a consultation or settlement agreement.