Neil MacDougall called to the Bar in 2011. He is a graduate of the University of Glasgow. Prior to calling he worked as a solicitor for four years practicing in the commercial sphere.
Neil’s time at the bar has allowed him to develop a broad skill set. One of Neil’s main strengths is case analysis. Neil is regularly instructed at early stage litigation in which opinions and procedural advice are required. In providing opinions Neil’s practice is to set out the law, test the facts and apply his knowledge and experience in determining the probable outcome. He always welcomes questions and queries to ensure that the advice is both correct and understood.
Neil’s other main strengths lie in his advocacy skills. He regularly appears in both courts and tribunals. Being on his feet on a regular basis has taught Neil the skills necessary to address both witnesses and judges in an effective manner. He understands how to read the room and alter his approach if the situation requires it.
Neil’s main areas of practice are employment law and property disputes. In employment law Neil acts for both employer and employee at all stages of an employment law action including the Employment Tribunal at first instance to appealing to the Employment Appeal Tribunal. Neil has litigated virtually every aspect of the Employment Rights Act 1996 and the Equality Act 2010 and has developed a particular interest in discrimination cases. In property law Neil regularly advises on disputes involving access, encroachment and nuisance. Given the nature of these disputes they often do end up in court be that the Sheriff Court or the Court of Session.
Neil also practices in commercial and agricultural law. His approach to commercial actions is a pragmatic one. In advising on commercial matters he attempts to highlight not only the strengths and weaknesses of a case but also the commercial risks involved. That comprehensive approach allows the client to make a commercially sensible decision; be that settling an action or appealing a decision that has gone against them.
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