Graeme Scott

Graeme is a highly experienced commercial litigator with a long-standing reputation for acting in complex, high-stakes disputes for insurers, corporate clients and public sector entities. He advises on matters where legal risk, commercial exposure and public accountability intersect, and is trusted to manage litigation that is strategically sensitive and procedurally demanding.

With decades of experience in dispute resolution, Graeme brings a measured, authoritative approach to litigation. He is known for his ability to take control of complex proceedings, distil issues quickly and guide clients through disputes with clarity and confidence.

Graeme regularly acts in matters involving significant financial exposure, multiple parties and detailed expert evidence. His practice spans advisory work, contested litigation and strategic dispute management across a broad range of industries and regulatory environments.

Areas of Focus

• Commercial litigation and dispute resolution
• Insurance and indemnity disputes
• Public and occupiers’ liability
• Government and statutory authority litigation
• Risk management and dispute strategy
• Complex, multi-party proceedings

Experience & Authority

Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Graeme has extensive experience acting in complex commercial disputes, including contractual claims, indemnity disputes and matters involving statutory interpretation. He regularly manages litigation involving layered factual issues, expert evidence and competing commercial interests.

He appears in superior courts and tribunals and is experienced in running matters through to hearing where resolution cannot be achieved commercially.

Insurance & Indemnity Expertise
Graeme has a long history of advising insurers and insureds on coverage, liability and indemnity issues. His work includes managing defended claims, advising on policy response and acting in contested indemnity disputes.

He is frequently engaged in matters where insurance issues intersect with broader commercial or public sector risk, requiring a coordinated and strategic approach to dispute management.

Public Liability & Government Matters
Graeme regularly acts for government bodies, statutory authorities and insured entities in public and occupiers’ liability matters. His experience includes disputes involving infrastructure, public assets and statutory duties.

He is well-versed in the operational and regulatory environments in which public entities operate and provides advice that is both legally robust and practically grounded.

Complex & Multi-Party Litigation
Graeme is experienced in managing large, multi-party proceedings involving insurers, insureds, contractors and public authorities. He is adept at coordinating defence strategies, managing contribution issues and maintaining strategic oversight across long-running disputes.

Risk Management & Strategic Advisory
In addition to litigation, Graeme advises clients on dispute risk, strategy and prevention. His advisory work focuses on identifying exposure early, managing litigation posture and ensuring that disputes are handled efficiently and proportionately.

Clients value his calm judgement, strategic discipline and ability to provide clear advice in matters that are legally complex and commercially sensitive.