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At Brodies LLP, we believe the law is an enabling tool and that is why our legal experts are committed to sharing their knowledge. In this constantly changing and often uncertain environment, Podcasts by Brodies provides Enlightened Thinking and discussion on the key legal issues for businesses and individuals.
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In this special episode of Podcasts by Brodies, David Lee speaks to Stephen Goldie, Brodies' managing partner. Stephen, who has been with the firm for almost two decades, took up the role in May 2024, succeeding Nick Scott. He was previously head of the disputes practice at Brodies. In 2023, Brodies achieved a major milestone, becoming the first Scottish legal firm to break through 100 million in annual revenue, as well as launching its first international arm, Brodies Middle East LLP,...
Major energy and infrastructure projects, both new and those being decommissioned, typically involve a range of participants domiciled in different jurisdictions. Large energy projects are notoriously complex. It is not uncommon for the energy generation solutions to be innovative, the materials and technologies involved new and the local geography challenging. Technology earmarked for the project also frequently moves on during the construction phase, necessitating changes to ...
Scotland, and in particular Aberdeen and the North-east of Scotland, is at the forefront of the global energy transition thanks to half a century spent at the centre of the oil and gas industry. In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies we talk to two energy industry experts who are spearheading the drive to develop clean technology that will accelerate our journey towards net zero. Martin Ewan, a partner at Brodies, who works closely with technology start ups in the energy industry,...
In the third and final episode of our health and safety series, we speak to two people who can help us understand what a Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) is and what it is like to be involved in one. Malcolm Gunnyeon, from Brodies specialises in health and safety, and Fiona Meek, Risk and Safety Manager at Village Hotels, who will discuss their different perspectives of being involved in an FAI, how lawyers and clients work together throughout the process and what it is like to give evidence at...
Health and safety law applies to all employers, to protect their employees and others who may be affected by the running of their business. As well as being very distressing for all involved, a major accident or incident within an organisation will likely cause repercussions for years to come through lengthy investigations by the authorities, including the police and Health and Safety Executive in the UK, and potential legal action. In this podcast Clare Bone and Tony Jones KC d...
Health and safety law applies to all employers to protect their employees and others who may be affected by the running of their business. A major health and safety incident could affect any organisation at any time. As well as being very distressing for all involved, it will also likely cause repercussions for years to come through lengthy investigations by the authorities, and potential legal action. In this podcast Paul Marshall and Ramsay Hall discuss what happens when an organisation exp...
In this episode, Brodies' litigation partners, Craig Watt and Jared Oyston discuss the development of securities litigation in Scotland. Together they review; Who has the potential to be impacted by securities litigation;The impact of sections 90 and 90a of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA);Key case law developments and;The future of securities litigation in Scotland.The information in this podcast was correct at the time of recording. The podcast and its content is for...
The introduction of the National Security and Investment Act has had a significant impact on the processing of deals in the UK, in particular, Scottish banking transactions. In this episode, Brodies' banking and finance experts Lindsay Lee and Thomas Horton discuss: How and why Scottish banking transactions are impacted by the NSIA;How the market has responded;Things to be aware of when seeking Government approval; andHow things could change in the future once the Moveable Transactions (Sco...
In this episode, David Lee is joined by Brodies Managing Partner, Nick Scott, to discuss the firm's achievements in the last 12 months. From becoming the first Scottish headquartered firm to achieve £100 million in revenue, to the opening of a new office in the Middle East, Nick shares how the contributions of colleagues and clients alike serve as motivation and inspiration for the firm's future. Brodies posts record revenue as firm breaks £100million milestoneBrodies' Capital ...
Public inquiries are often in the headlines, from the Manchester Arena and Grenfell Tower inquiries to more recently, the COVID inquiry. In our latest podcast episode, Brodies' experts, Christine O'Neill KC and Kirstyn Burke, discuss; the purpose of a public inquiry;what it aims to achieve, and;who can participate in a public inquiry?You can also find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you usually listen to your podcasts by searching for "Podcasts by Brodies". The information in this...
In the latest episode of our What do I do if..? series, we ask "What do I do if…my business is subject to a dawn raid by the authorities?" Charles Livingstone, partner, and Jamie Dunne, senior associate, discuss how to respond if investigators show up at your premises unexpectedly.. From how your first point of contact should react, to what guidelines the authorities need to follow when completing a dawn raid, Charles and Jamie discuss the key "dos and don'ts" for making sure your busines...
In the latest episode of our What do I do if..? series, Charles Livingstone, partner, and Jamie Dunne, senior associate, discuss how to respond if you suspect that your business has breached competition law. They outline which business sectors are particularly susceptible to breaches, how organisations can reduce the risk of a breach occurring, and the key steps to take when faced with this situation. You can also find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you usually listen to your podca...
In this podcast series we discuss the opportunities, trends and challenges that Brodies' experts experience when working internationally. In this episode Craig Watt, partner and solicitor advocate in our litigation practice, is joined by Andrew Fox, partner at Sidley Austin LLP to discuss the significance of group proceedings in Scotland. Together they discuss; What is meant by "group proceedings" in a legal context;The differences in how group proceedings operate in Scotland, the rest...
In this series we discuss the opportunities, trends and challenges that Brodies' experts experience when working internationally. In this episode, Brodies' family law expert, Lisa Girdwood, is joined by Marie Clark, Advocate, Arnot Manderson Advocates. Together they discuss; what we mean by "international child abduction;"the practicalities of The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction;the rights of parents caught up in international child abduction ca...
In this series we discuss the opportunities, trends and challenges that Brodies' experts experience when working internationally. In this episode, Brodies' experts Iain Rutherford and Ross Campbell discuss the considerations when faced with an intellectual property dispute both in the UK and internationally. From what is classed as intellectual property to the key considerations in different jurisdictions, they explain how to navigate, what can be, a complex situation. Listen to our ...
In this series we discuss the opportunities, trends and challenges that Brodies' experts experience when working internationally. In this episode Brodies' private client solicitor, Nick Marshall, is joined by Lynn Gracie, Private Client International Tax Director at AAB. From what is meant by "assets abroad" to the powers of HMRC, together they discuss the key considerations for succession planning when you hold international assets. For further insights on this topic please see below. 5 ke...
In this series we discuss the opportunities, trends and challenges that Brodies' experts experience when working internationally. From understanding the latest UK visa types to knowing when to submit an application, the timing considerations when applying Brodies' employment and immigration law experts, Elaine McIlroy and Erin McLafferty discuss all that inward investors need to know when setting up a business in the UK. Listen to our previous podcasts on Apple Podcasts,...
In the final episode of the series we ask "What do I do if…I am accused of professional negligence in England? Brodies' experts, Alisdair Matheson and James Jerman, discuss the key steps to take in order to avoid a claim of professional negligence and what to do if a claim reaches the court. If you would like to find out more about how Brodies can help with matters of litigation, visit our homepage here. Listen to our previous podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you usually listen...
In the fifth episode in the series we ask "What do I do if…my business is affected by the Building Safety Act? Brodies' experts, Eric Johnstone and Amy Pairman, discuss they key changes within the Act and what you need to know in order to properly plan new construction projects and manage risk. Visit our Building & Fire Safety Hub for all of the key legal information you need to know if you are an investor or are involved in the development, design or construction of building...
In the fourth episode in the series we ask "What do I do if…I am threatened with a winding up petition in England?" Brodies' experts, Jared Oyston and Andrew Scott, discuss the essential actions to take if your business faces this serious legal challenge, from the immediate steps you must take through to the grounds for contesting a petition. If you would like to find out more about how Brodies can help with matters of litigation, visit our homepage here. Listen to our previous podcasts on A...
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