Harper Macleod LLP is well-equipped to handle high-value commercial disputes, damages claims and international arbitrations. Department lead Sandy Hastie is well known for his vast knowledge of the food and beverage, healthcare and infrastructure markets. David Kerr is a key name within the firm’s financial services offering, while E-Ming Fong assists international clients with IP claims and shareholder and director disputes. Both Andrew MacKenzie and John McHugh are key names of note within the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'Sandy Hastie is a complete star. His attention to detail is unparalleled in any size of firm.'
- 'Sandy Hastie is an exceptional litigator.'
- 'Andrew MacKenzie thinks outside the box with a meticulous attention to detail. A winning combination.'
'Harper Macleod is known for their dynamic and robust approach to commercial litigation. They stand out for being all over the details and having very broad experience in all fields of commercial law. They really have strength in depth from partner and associate level.'
'David Kerr and Andrew MacKenzie in Glasgow are also noteworthy. They stand out for their robust approach to cases.'
'Superb team of excellent litigators with real deep expertise in the court process and who are prepared to fight for their clients.'
'E Ming Fong is a leading figure in the practice area and very experienced. She offers excellent and pragmatic advice.'
'Andrew Mackenzie is a solicitor advocate with significant courtroom experience who is always prepared to fight for his clients' interests.'
'Harper Macleod is involved in a wide range of legal disputes in Scotland. Their commercial litigators are experienced at all levels of the court system and are involved in multi-national commercial litigation and appellate litigation up to and including in the Supreme Court. They are a brilliant team.'
'Client oriented, precise and to the point in their advice.'
Key clients
- Nike
- Renault
- Harris Tweed Hebrides Limited
- Scania
- B&M Retail Limited
- Greenpeace
- Coach Stores Ltd
- Energiekontor UK Ltd
- Nero Holdings Ltd
- Optical Express Group
- Arc Legal Insurances Ltd
- Halfords Group
- William Hill
- CorpAcq Ltd
- M&Co
Work highlights
Advising Renault in its defence of group proceedings in the Court of Session concerning alleged breaches of the nitrogen oxides emission standards for diesel vehicles.
Acting as Scottish counsel to SalMar ASA in its defence of a £675 million claim arising out of the alleged Norwegian salmon cartel being pursued by the UK’s leading supermarkets.
Acting for an individual and Von Der Heydt & Co AG in the defence of a £85million claim for unlawful means conspiracy raised against the clients by MEX Group Worldwide Limited.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Practice head
Sandy Hastie
Other key lawyers
David Kerr; E- Ming Fong; Andrew Mackenzie; John McHugh