Anderson Strathern
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Anderson Strathern houses a practice known for its specialism in representing public sector clients, notably including the Scottish Prison Service, the Home Office, and Transport Scotland. Sarah Phillips leads the team and is noted for her experience acting in Fatal Accident Inquiries, particularly those concerning deaths in custody. The ‘exceptional’ Lucy Thornton routinely appears before the Sheriff Courts and the All-Scotland Personal Injury Court on behalf of government entities and insurers, often concerning employers’ liability and industrial disease cases. Julia McDonald is a key figure within the team, known for her specialism in claims involving the excessive use of control and restraint techniques within prisons.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- ‘Sarah Phillips has an in-depth understanding of the Scottish Prison Service and the particular issues facing this sector.’
- ‘Lucy Thornton stands out. She has excellent and sound strategic judgement.’
Key clients
- Transport Scotland Marine Scotland HSE The Crown Office The Department for Work and Pensions The Home Office HMRC The Scottish Prison Service Soteria Insurance Ltd Scottish Water Scottish Midland Cooperative Society Scottish Courts and Tribunal Service