Public Law

We are at the forefront of the energetic revival of Scottish Public Law which has resulted from the creation of the Scottish Parliament and the unique questions which arise in relation to the devolution arrangements. Our ability to provide in-depth comprehensive advice on the powers of the new Parliament and the Scottish Executive builds on longstanding experience in the field of public law litigation. Judicial reviews‚ actions for breach of statutory duties‚ statutory appeals and public hearings and inquiries are just some of the areas in which we can help.

You can be confident that our public law specialists understand the unique questions of policy and issues of accountability which play an important part in the conduct of any public law litigation. We can help use those factors to your advantage whether you are the challenger or the challenged.