As a ‘genuine specialist in the field’ of property litigation, John Bett leads the team at Lindsays, which is particularly active in the charity and healthcare sectors. The practice handles damages claims, private client litigation and property development disputes. Bett is particularly well known for his work in dilapidation disputes and is ’supported by a team of skilled colleagues’ which includes Gregor MacEwan, a telecoms expert, and Brian Pollock, who has recently achieved success in contractual disputes involving land acquisitions and developments.
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- ‘The team take the time to listen to their client's requirements and tailor their advice to the preferred outcome. They never apply a "one size fits all" approach.’
‘John Bett is a genuine specialist in the field. He is very approachable, down-to-earth and responsive, and is just a good guy to work with.'
'Brian Pollock worked diligently and fast. The advice was reassuring and very thorough. Brian was able to keep us informed and work out a plan of action within our budget and achieve our goal.’
'A great team.'
- 'John Bett is very ably supported by a team of skilled colleagues, and together they have a very compelling offering.’
- 'Lindsays have a good all round property litigation team capable of dealing with disputes large or small. Their attention to detail and client care is particularly commendable.'
- 'Gregor MacEwan is very reliable and willing to go the extra mile to help advise clients of the best course to take.'
- 'It is clear the team has a sound working understanding of property law and conveying practice, both of which are essential in property litigation. They never fail to understand the factual and legal detail of the case or what the client is hoping to achieve from the litigation.'
- 'John Bett is a very able practitioner. He never fails to impress in understanding the factual and legal issues in the case or his ability to navigate his way through the most challenging cases.'
- 'John Bett provides the comfort of knowing that a hugely experienced eye watches over the process. A tight-knit team which since Covid have adapted to changes in electronic court procedure.'
Key clients
- Scottish Water
- CJ Lang & Son
- Hostelling Scotland
- Scottish Association of Mental Health
- Parkhead Housing Association
- The University of Glasgow
- Crossroads Caring Scotland
Work highlights
Instructed by Tecjet Limited, insurers and associated entities to pursue a multi-million pound claim in connection with damage to property relative to the widely-reported Glasgow School of Art fire in 2018.
Successfully defending the Harris Partnership in a million-pound contract dispute concerning a venture to acquire and develop land, including establishing grounds for dismissal based on abuse of process resulting in a significant expenses award.
Successfully obtaining a vesting order from the Court of Session on behalf of Scottish charity, Crossroads Caring Scotland, following instructions to provide a bespoke legal opinion on remedies relative to bona vacantia property.
Practice head
John Bett
Other key lawyers
Brian Pollock; Gregor MacEwan; Adam Gardiner