James Findlay has been recognised for several years in both Legal 500 and Chambers as a leading practitioner in the fields of planning & environmental (including compulsory purchase), local government & administrative and licensing law. His practice currently comprises a significant number of appearances both north and south of the Border in Courts at all levels and at inquiries, as well as licensing work at all levels. He is also instructed in general commercial matters, including contract and negligence cases, highways & rights of way cases and procurement disputes.
He is a member of both PEBA and ALBA. He is currently joint Head of Chambers at Cornerstone Barristers.
James completed the Scottish Bar exams in 2008 and was called as an Advocate in November 2008. He is a member of Terra Firma chambers in Edinburgh.