Congratulations to Desmond Cheyne, Colin Edward and Scott McAlpine on their elevation to the rank and dignity of King’s Counsel.
Desmond called to the bar in 1986. He has a wide-ranging practice but is best known for his expertise in financial provision on divorce, cases involving children and criminal cases involving proceeds of crime and fraud.
Colin called to the bar in 2010 and has a busy civil practice primarily focused on employment and discrimination law. Since autumn 2021 Colin has been in Crown Office.
Scott called to the bar in 2012. He is a specialist in family and child law, including children’s cases containing public law elements. Scott’s other main area of specialism is professional regulation and discipline.