Led by Iain Rutherford and Joyce Cullen, Brodies LLP assists clients with the full gamut of commercial litigation across the transport, tech and sports sectors. Rutherford is particularly experienced in IP and IT matters, and is active within the energy sector, while Cullen has a wealth of banking expertise. Commercial barrister Antony Jones KC is well-versed in construction disputes, negligence claims and alternate dispute resolution methods. Craig Watt is known for his expertise in group litigation, and both Fiona Chute and Monica Connolly are key names of note. In May 2024, Richard Pike joined the team from Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Deeply experienced, pragmatic and no-nonsense litigation outfit with commercial nous. No wasted time and an excellent choice in the Scottish or London markets.'
- 'Iain Rutherford is a fearsomely experienced litigator and arbitrator who has a nose for the best commercial solution. He works across a variety of sectors including particularly tech and energy.'
- 'The team have excellent technical knowledge and are commercially minded with an appreciation for cost control.'
- 'Fiona Chute is extremely diligent and an effective communicator, particularly for written statements and summaries.'
'Iain Rutherford is a phenomenal lawyer. Brilliant at understanding the needs of the client and being able to shape solutions in almost all circumstances.'
'Iain Rutherford is extremely experienced and sensible in his approach. His guidance and advice is really appreciated.'
'There is considerable strength and depth in the Brodies commercial litigation team with expertise in a variety of areas.'
'Excellent all round sector experience and litigation nous.'
'Iain Rutherford is the perfect consigliere - a calm head who is tactically astute.'
'Tony Jones KC stands head and shoulders above his peers and has done for some time. It’s his intricate understanding of the nub of the issues and demanding upfront interrogation of the problems, personalities and how events might unfold that cut the jib of his sail from others. He is a clear standard bearer for his firm and Scots lawyers in litigation.'
Key clients
- Aggreko Plc
- Whyte and MacKay
- Credit Immobilier de France
- CGI IT UK Limited
- Edgen Murray Europe Limited
- FIM Forest Funds General Partner Ltd
- PRA Group (UK) Limited
- Park's of Hamilton
- The Ranger Football Club
- Network Rail
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Antony Jones KC
Craig Watt
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Iain Rutherford; Joyce Cullen
Other key lawyers
Craig Watt; Fiona Chute; Antony Jones KC; Monica Connolly