Utilising its extensive global network, Dentons offers support to Scottish and international blue-chip clients on a variety of commercial litigation issues. Practice co-leader Philip Knight joined in September 2023 from his former position as head of litigation at Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP, bringing a wealth of experience advising clients in the retail, energy, and banking sectors. He jointly leads the Scottish practice with Craig Neilson, who operates from the London and Edinburgh offices and focuses on financial services disputes and regulation.
Testimonials
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‘A good solid litigation team.’
‘Craig Neilson is an unflappable partner with good commercial instincts.’
‘The team has lawyers in London and Scotland without any dip in quality between the offices. They link up well with each other. This allows them to have more specialists in each practice area which is very useful.’
‘Craig Neilson has always been great. He is level-headed and provides great advice on how to deal with complex financial services disputes. He is my go-to lawyer when things get tricky.’
‘The practice is unique because of their genuine global coverage. I know that I can speak to the team in Scotland and be connected with a lawyer in Singapore who they know, have met and trust.’
‘Craig Neilson is a smart and very capable operator who leverages his vast understanding of banking and finance disputes into areas like crypto and other fintech-related litigation.’
‘High degree of professionalism which I have not experienced with other legal firms. Very efficient and organised.’
‘Philip Knight has a high level of experience, is highly qualified, and is very committed.’
Key clients
- Marks & Spencer
- John Lewis Partnership Ltd
- Equorium (part of the Edinburgh Woollen Mill Group)
- The Edrington Group Limited
- Muller UK & Ireland Group LLP trading as Muller Wiseman Dairies and Other
- The Macallan Distillers Limited
- Isle of Harris Distillery
- Snow Leopard Vodka Limited
- Natwest Group
- TSB Bank plc
- Société Générale
- Lloyds Banking Group plc
- Funding Circle Limited
- Network Rail
- Mitie Group plc
- Superglass Holdings Limited
- Taylor Wimpey
- Mark Garber
Work highlights
- Acted on behalf of Glasgow Prestwick Airport in relation to a conjoined inquiry objecting to three windfarms within the vicinity of the Airport.
- Acted for Mark Garber (MG) and Garber Hannam and Partners LLC in a multi-jurisdictional dispute involving a number of corporate entities and individuals (a total of 10 claimants and 22 defendants).
- Acted on behalf of Mainstream Renewable Power Limited in relation to a judicial review, challenging Scottish Ministers' decision not to award an offshore windfarm licence to the client.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Craig Neilson, Philip Knight, Louisa Caswell