Alexander Sutherland

He brings a wealth of experience to his practice areas, which include commercial law, public law (including judicial review and planning), and reparation. His time as an advocate depute saw him conduct over 30 trials in the High Court, handling cases involving murder, attempted murder, causing death by dangerous driving, possession of firearms, and rape.

Alan Moffat, practice manager, said: “We are thrilled to welcome Alex back to full-time practice. His return strengthens our team and offers clients access to his unique blend of criminal and civil litigation experience. The time serving as an advocate depute in the Crown Office is invaluable, as he brings enhanced advocacy skills back to his civil practice.”

Mr Sutherland’s expertise has been further recognised with his appointment as a standing junior to the Scottish government in March 2024. He continues to serve as a reporter for Session Cases, a role he has held since May 2020.

With his fluency in German and French, he is particularly well-positioned to handle cases involving documents in these languages. His diverse background, including his contributions to legal publications and his experience tutoring Civil Court Practice at Edinburgh University, makes him a versatile and knowledgeable advocate.

For those seeking counsel with a proven track record in litigation and a broad range of legal expertise, Mr Sutherland is available for instruction again.