Alasdair Burnet KC
Terra Firma ChambersAlasdair combines deep legal knowledge with clear, pragmatic, and commercial advice. An excellent advocate who presents detailed legal arguments in a calm and effective manner and is able to think on his feet.
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.
James Findlay KC
Terra Firma ChambersJames is good with clients. He has an air of authority; that's recognized by the bench. At his best, he is a captivating advocate; he is always fluent and persuasive. He writes well and is astonishingly productive.
Ruth Crawford KC
1Six ChambersRobert Howie KC
Ampersand AdvocatesAilsa Wilson KC
Ampersand AdvocatesAilsa is a first-class KC, very well respected and with the ear of the court. Ailsa combines deep knowledge and experience with attention to consistently deliver excellent advice.
Douglas Armstrong KC
Terra Firma ChambersVery persuasive and calm under pressure, both in court and in inquiries. Extremely approachable and knowledgeable, experienced in handling a broad range of instructions including in the energy sector. Great communicator, and fantastic to work with. Precise, pragmatic and commercially focused, works to resolve potential challenges before they arise. Witnesses greatly appreciate his counsel. Clients like him and value his input, and regularly seek his counsel on complex projects. Overall, a first-class KC.
Jonathan Barne KC
Axiom AdvocatesJohn MacGregor KC
Axiom AdvocatesMarcus McKay KC
Ampersand AdvocatesMarcus is extremely thorough in preparing a case. He is very good with clients and is part of the 'project team' rather than sitting at arm's length as some Counsel do.
Laura-Anne Van Der Westhuizen KC
Ampersand Advocates2026 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.
Ross Anderson KC
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