Brodies LLP

Stephen Goldie

Stephen is Head of Litigation and a recognised expert in dispute resolution. With a reputation gained from over 20 years’ experience of dealing with highly contentious and business critical matters for clients across the UK and internationally, he specialises in solving contractual and asset-related disputes involving energy (in particular oil and gas), real estate, infrastructure and finance issues. Stephen advises clients (both domestic and international) in a broad range of dispute arenas including arbitration, mediation and court. Commercial litigation, lease enforcement (including complex dilapidations and repairing issues) together with portfolio debt recovery are also part of his repertoire. He has led and advised on high value cases involving contractual interpretation and misrepresentation claims which have been determined by the Supreme Court in London. International arbitration (through LCIA and ICC) is an active area of his practice.

Matthew Farrell

Matthew is a real estate litigator instructed in high profile and complex real estate disputes. Matthew provides advice on all real estate disputes, with particular expertise in commercial landlord and tenant disputes, including dilapidations, service charge and termination. Recognised for his pragmatic and down to earth approach in even the most difficult of disputes, he acts for funds, property companies, corporate occupiers and international businesses.

Gareth Hale

Gareth is a litigator with more than 15 years' experience of helping clients to resolve their commercial disputes. He is recognised, in particular, for his work in the real estate sector. Gareth advises clients on contract and asset-based disputes across a diverse range of sectors. He has acted for clients in disputes at every level of the civil courts and tribunals system, including at the UK Supreme Court. As an enthusiast for alternative dispute resolution, he is an accredited Mediator and has represented clients in Arbitration (including International Arbitration) and in Expert Determination. He is recognised by the legal directories as an expert in dispute resolution.