Property, planning and construction

Leading silks

KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.

1
Garry Borland KC
Axiom Advocates
1
James Findlay KC
Terra Firma Chambers
James is a sharp-witted, understated advocate.'
1
Robert Howie KC
Ampersand Advocates
1
Steven Walker KC
Themis Advocates
1
Ailsa Wilson KC
Ampersand Advocates
Ailsa is able to deal with challenging issues, quickly gets to the heart of a problem and provides sound practical advice.'
2
Douglas Armstrong KC
Terra Firma Chambers
A very impressive advocate at the planning Bar. He is a delight to work with and provides clear, insightful, and strategic advice on the most complex matters. He clearly has the ear of the court.'
2
Jonathan Barne KC
Axiom Advocates
2
Alasdair Burnet KC
Terra Firma Chambers
Alasdair is a stand-out planning KC, who balances commercial awareness and pragmatism with compelling advocacy and detailed advice.'
2
Ruth Crawford KC
Axiom Advocates
2
Nick Ellis KC
Westwater Advocates
2
Gavin MacColl KC
Themis Advocates
2
Marcus McKay KC
Ampersand Advocates
2
James Mure KC
Axiom Advocates
A luminary of the planning Bar.'
2
Laura-Anne Van Der Westhuizen KC
Ampersand Advocates
Laura-Anne combines strategic, commercial thinking with excellent legal knowledge and the ability to present complex arguments in a clear and concise manner.'
2
Gavin Walker KC
Axiom Advocates