Brodies LLP

With ‘experience, knowledge, and confidence in equal measures’, Brodies LLP engages in a broad spectrum of domestic and cross-border disputes spanning industries such as oil and gas, corporate, food and drink, and sports. Iain Rutherford is an ’exceptional litigator’ who is highly reputed for his IP, IT, and energy expertise, and he co-leads the practice with Stephen Goldie, who frequently advises on high-value contractual interpretation disputes. Joyce Cullen is a seasoned solicitor advocate who handles financial services, professional regulatory, and employment related litigation, while Craig Watt focuses on international disputes and contractual litigation. The firm features a strong team of senior associates including Fiona Chute, who concentrates on Court of Session litigation and alternative dispute resolution, as well as IP and IT specialist Monica Connolly.

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Testimonials

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‘Brodies has a very strong commercial grounding in the advice they provide, which is always well received as pragmatism is very important.’
‘A good team is built on experience, knowledge, and confidence in equal measures, as well as the exuberance of youth and a determination to do well.’
‘Kenneth MacDonald works very closely with the Brodies Oil and Gas practice, which creates efficiencies and ensures advice, especially relating to contractual matters.’
‘Tony Jones KC's calm and considered advice is admirable. He is prepared to roll up his sleeves and understand what the client is trying to achieve, but confidently sets out the pros and cons to avoid unnecessary litigation.’
‘The team are very knowledgeable and always quick to respond to emails or any queries, explaining things clearly and understandably. Brodies are the best.’
‘Malcolm Gunnyeon is very knowledgeable and approachable and goes above and beyond for his clients’
‘The Brodies commercial litigation team can deal with matters internationally so it can be a 'one-stop shop' for tricky matters. The real value, which is unique in the Scottish market, is the ability to offer a global disputes support service from a Scottish base.’
‘Iain Rutherford is an exceptional litigator. He is pragmatic and personable, and his advice can be sent straight to commercial colleagues as he avoids legal jargon.'

Key clients

Aggreko Plc
Whyte and MacKay
Credit Immobilier de France
CGI IT UK Limited
Edgen Murray Europe Limited
FIM Forest Funds General Partner Ltd
PRA Group (UK) Limited
Pulsant Limited
Royal & Sun Alliance
AJ Capital Partners LLC

Work highlights

Acted for Park's in relation to a dispute with the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) and the Scottish Football Association (SFA), and for Douglas Park in relation to court proceedings raised in Scotland and Gibraltar.
Acted in a range of contentious matters in Scotland and internationally for the Rangers Football Club Limited/Rangers International Football Club PLC.
Acted for Credit Immobilier de France in seeking to enforce in England & Wales, Scotland and the Republic of Ireland, certain French Notarial Deeds pursuant to which Credit Immobilier loaned sums to individuals for the purpose of purchasing property in France.

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