UK Bar
Licensing - Scotland (Bar)
James Findlay KC is an accomplished barrister who has taken silk in both Scotland and in England and Wales, and acts on a wide range of licensing mandates. His work includes taxi, hospitality and housing cases. He is also equipped to handle complex licence cases relating to wildlife management and other environmental issues.
Strengths
"James has an excellent reputation for providing strong advice and excellent advocacy."
Planning & Environment - Scotland (Bar)
James Findlay KC is renowned for his experience, knowledge and gravitas. He is experienced across the full range of planning and environmental law, and often appears in inquiries and higher court. He is frequently instructed to bring and defend appeals involving planning permission, and is particularly well versed in planning disputes involving housing developments.
Strengths
"James Findlay is extremely effective."
Administrative & Public Law - Scotland (Bar)
James Findlay KC has considerable experience of acting in judicial reviews relating to planning, environmental and licensing law. He regularly represents individuals, businesses and public bodies in these matters. He has a particular depth of experience in rural planning issues.
Strengths
"James is a pleasure to work with. He is astonishingly productive and insightful."
"James consistently impresses and has the ear of the court."
Real Estate Litigation - Scotland (Bar)
James Findlay KC is a KC in both England and Scotland and is recognised for his versatile property litigation practice. His work with public authorities and in planning, development and contracts is especially highly praised. He regularly appears before all levels of the court system, including the Lands Tribunal.
Strengths
"James is excellent. He is always on top of his brief and very experienced. He fills clients with confidence."
"James's skill and expertise is matched by an amazing ability to handle lots of complicated cases at the same time and never miss a deadline."