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24 September, 2025
David Downie v Fife Health Board
Ampersand’s James McConnell K.C. acted for the defenders in the latest round of this litigation. The case came before the Sheriff Appeal Court on a question about the competency of the pursuer’s proposed appeal. Two of the three grounds of appeal were found to be competent, but the pursuer’s first ground of appeal was refused […]
23 September, 2025
Whamond v Klasa [2025] SAC (Civ) 28
On 29 August 2025, the Sheriff Appeal Court determined an appeal and cross-appeal concerning neighbouring properties in Arbroath, Spring Garth and Willow Cottage. The key issue for determination was whether Spring Garth benefited from a servitude right of drainage to a septic tank situated on the grounds of Willow Cottage. The defenders (proprietors of Willow […]
23 September, 2025
Aidan O’Neill KC nominated at Legal Business Awards
Ampersand and Matrix Chambers Aidan O’Neill KC has been shortlisted for the Barrister of the Year Award at the Legal 500 Legal Business Awards 2025. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Tuesday 30 September 2025 at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House London, hosted by Katherine Ryan. Further details of all the […]
16 September, 2025
Ampersand Advocates welcomes Chris Stephen to the Stable
Ampersand Advocates is delighted to welcome Chris Stephen to the Stable. Chris was called to the Scottish Bar in 2022 as a Lord Hope Scholar and is also qualified as a barrister in England & Wales. His practice focuses on administrative and public law (including public inquiries), international law, and commercial and alternative dispute resolution. […]
5 September, 2025
Hillington Cash and Carry v Shindo Kaur Kooner [2025] SAC (Civ) 24
Ampersand’s James McConnell K.C. acted as senior counsel for the respondents in this appeal. The case arose out of a dispute about missives and a commercial lease. The respondents had been successful at proof and were largely successful in resisting the appeal. The decision of the Sheriff Appeal Court can be accessed here.
1 September, 2025
Scott Clair Acts as Amicus Curiae in Landmark Scottish Case on Disinterment and Human Rights
Ampersand’s Scott Clair acted as the court-appointed amicus curiae for the Sheriff Appeal Court in this sensitive and important case, thought to be the first time the Scottish courts have considered the interaction of the ancient Scots common law relating to disinterment of human remains and the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights […]