Brodies LLP

Criminal Defence

Associate

Neil is a solicitor advocate with particular expertise in domestic, sexual, and financial crime. He is highly experienced in managing complex and high-profile cases from initial instruction through to conclusion, providing clear, strategic advice at every stage. A skilled and accomplished trial lawyer, Neil has conducted numerous summary and sheriff and jury trials across Scotland, securing acquittals in a range of challenging and high-stakes cases.

He represents a broad spectrum of clients, including professionals such as doctors, dentists, and company directors, and delivers discreet, pragmatic representation in matters where reputational and regulatory considerations are paramount. Neil’s practice encompasses the full range of criminal defence work, including serious assault, organised crime, drugs offences, public order offences, offensive weapons, proceeds of crime, and serious sexual allegations. He also has experience in complex fraud and financial investigations, as well as health and safety matters and road traffic cases.