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Brent Haywood
Partner, Solicitor Advocate
Dispute Resolution and Litigation
Phone
0131 656 5778
Address
Caledonian Exchange 19A Canning Street Edinburgh EH3 8HE
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About Brent
Brent brings a wealth of experience and insight into any situation. A Solicitor Advocate since 2002, he holds a Masters in Mediation and Conflict Resolution and is an accredited mediator. Consistently recognised in legal directories since the late '90s, Brent's knowledge covers both commercial and regulatory disputes, ranging from contractual and company matters, to intellectual property, pensions, procurement challenges and human rights.
Brent is passionate about navigating disputes to their best outcome, whether that is before a judge, an arbitrator, a mediator, or better still, by sorting it out through some straightforward talking.
Expertise
Highlights
- Acting for David King, Rangers FC Chairman, in the Takeover Panel's litigation to pursue enforcement of the City Code under the Companies Act
- Representing the British Boxing Board of Control in a recent Fatal Accident Inquiry
- Representing an anchor tenant’s interest in a seven figure dispute with the Landlord of one of Scotland’s largest Shopping Centers
- Successfully pursuing the Scheme Actuary in a professional negligence matter on behalf of the trustees of a Pension Scheme
- Experienced in the Crown’s Self Reporting regime in respect of anti-bribery matters
- Recovering US generated spring board profits through the Scottish courts for a global agrochemical client whose patent was infringed in the UK
- Recovering confidential information via ‘Dawn Raids’ after obtaining orders from the Scottish courts
- Taking equality discrimination cases against the Student Unions of Glasgow and Aberdeen Universities
"Brent Haywood of Lindsays is described as "direct, experienced and knowledgeable." He is active in shareholder disputes and breach of contract litigation. Sources also highlight his mediation capabilities. He is "outstanding in his preparation and knowledge."
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News & Insights
From the team
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Brent Haywood warns that attempts to deal with claims quickly – however well-intentioned – can lead to serious legal or reputational consequences
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Third sector leaders should have honest conversations with landlords about financial pressures caused by Covid-19 pandemic
insights
A further example of a commercial dispute arising from conflicting interpretation of contracts prompts four basic principles to be highlighted
news 8 June 2020
People may now be permitted to travel to take exercise, however, are landowners able to manage the potential increase in footfall and implement responsible land management
news 6 June 2020
Landlords and tenants need to consider the costs for increased services and facilities in common areas of multi-occupancy buildings ahead of re-opening businesses
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The Scottish Government has introduced new schemes and laws which will affect students and also landlords who are struggling financially due to Covid-19
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