Marie Macdonald, Fantastic Employment Lawyer in Scotland
Partner & Chairman, Miller Samuel Hill Brown Solicitors
Description
What she does
Why she is different
Marie is one of a small number of lawyers in Scotland accredited by the Law Society as a Specialist in Employment Law, a recognition she has held since 2006. She combines this deep expertise with a postgraduate qualification in Mediation and Dispute Resolution from the University of Strathclyde, giving her a rare ability to navigate disputes both in and outside the courtroom.
Her leadership extends internationally as Co-Chair of the International Lawyers Network Labour and Employment Group, and nationally as Honorary Legal Counsel for Badminton Scotland. Clients value her mix of technical precision, strategic foresight, and practical guidance, all delivered with clarity and confidence.
Trust markers
- Accredited Specialist in Employment Law, Law Society of Scotland (since 2006)
- Partner and Chairman, Miller Samuel Hill Brown Solicitors (since 2019)
- Postgraduate Certificate in Mediation and Dispute Resolution, University of Strathclyde
- Co-Chair, International Lawyers Network Labour and Employment Group
- Honorary Legal Counsel, Badminton Scotland
- Speaker and commentator, widely invited to present on employment law topics across multiple sectors
- Track record of success, acted in high-profile Employment Tribunal and Employment Appeal Tribunal cases reported in the media
Fantastic Lawyers Editorial Quote
"Marie Macdonald is one of Scotland’s foremost employment lawyers. Her blend of specialist accreditation, courtroom success, and mediation expertise makes her the trusted adviser businesses turn to when workplace issues matter most. She does more than just resolve disputes; she reshapes them into opportunities for stronger, safer, and smarter workplaces. A fantastic credit to the Scottish legal profession."
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