"Whatever you ask Balfour + Manson to do, it always comes up trumps. Elaine Motion is someone you can rely upon absolutely. Her litigation skills and preparation are just astonishing."
Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession 2008
Balfour + Manson is at the cutting edge of ensuring that a fair balance is struck in the exercise of power by authorities against the individual.
Public law, which is the interface between the individual and the authorities, deals with the appropriate relationship between different arms of the state. If necessary, courts can intervene to curtail the exercise of power when it is considered inappropriate.
Human Rights law is an integral part of this arena.It seeks, in a civilised society, to protect the fundamental rights of the individual. We have been involved in litigation which has been instrumental to the development of human rights law in Scotland.
Clients who bring cases to us may justifiably feel daunted by the path they are treading. These cases are frequently challenging the status quo and the individuals concerned must invest a great deal of trust in their lawyer.
Whether challenging the constitution or the administrative structure in the public sector, clients using our Public Law and Judicial Review services can be assured of the attention of professionals with significant track records of success in their work.
Contact our human rights team for more information on how we can help you.
