“Tim Edward is a distinguished professional liability and insolvency specialist whose strategic judgement and steady advocacy have earned recognition from both Chambers and Legal 500. As a Solicitor Advocate with more than three decades of experience, he delivers commercially grounded, meticulously prepared representation in complex disputes where reputations and substantial interests are at stake.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial, 2026

Tim Edward is a Partner and Solicitor Advocate in the Dispute Resolution team, specialising in professional liability, commercial litigation and insolvency disputes. With more than 35 years of experience in the legal profession and rights of audience as a Solicitor Advocate since 1999, Tim is widely recognised for his strategic insight and steady courtroom presence.

He is ranked by Chambers UK for Litigation and Professional Negligence in Scotland and recognised in the Legal 500 Hall of Fame for Commercial Litigation (Scotland).

What He Actually Does

Tim represents insurers, professionals, corporates and directors in high-value, complex disputes. He acts in both pursuing and defending claims, using litigation, advocacy and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) to secure practical, commercially sound outcomes.

His core areas of expertise include:

• Professional negligence and indemnity claims
• Commercial litigation
• Insolvency and corporate recovery disputes
• Insurance and liability claims
• Professional discipline matters

Tim regularly handles professional indemnity claims on behalf of the Law Society of Scotland Master Policy Insurers, Royal & Sun Alliance, and has longstanding experience serving on both the Law Society of Scotland’s Pursuers’ Panel and Master Policy Defence Panel.

Notable Experience

Tim has represented leading clients across a wide range of significant disputes, including:

• Pelvic mesh manufacturer Cousin Biotech in group product liability proceedings.
• A former director of Stewart Milne Homes in a breach of contract case that proceeded to the UK Supreme Court.
• The Takeover Panel in proceedings against David King of Rangers FC.
• Esso Petroleum in environmental proceedings against the Scottish Government and others.
• Scottish Widows in successfully defending actuaries’ negligence claims.

Why He Is Different

Tim is known for being approachable, commercially minded and solution-focused. With extensive experience acting for both pursuers and defenders, he brings balanced strategic judgement to complex disputes. His accreditation as a mediator further enhances his ability to resolve matters efficiently where appropriate.

Accreditations & Trust Markers

• Solicitor Advocate (since 1999)
• Accredited Specialist in Professional Negligence – Law Society of Scotland
• Accredited Mediator
• Hall of Fame: Commercial Litigation (Scotland) – Legal 500 UK 2026
• Band 3: Professional Negligence (Scotland) – Chambers UK 2026

Leadership & Appointments

Tim is Co-chair of the Professional Negligence Lawyers’ Association Scottish Conference, which he established a decade ago, reflecting his leadership within the professional liability field.

Contact

Mobile: +44 (0)7901 510032
Direct: +44 (0)131 222 3246