Complaints and investigations
We advise professionals and organisations responding to complaints or investigations, including the preparation of written responses and evidence.
Legal services
Regulatory & Disciplinary
Advice and representation where professional standing is at stake.
How we can help
Clear advice for the matter in front of you.
We represent professionals in regulatory and disciplinary matters and understand the importance of careful preparation.
Every regulatory regime and allegation is different. We assess matters individually, identify the relevant procedure and deadlines, and advise on the response required. Instructions involving a particular regulator are confirmed after review.
Discuss your matterCommon matters
- Professional regulation
- Disciplinary proceedings
- Tribunal representation
- Judicial Review
Our work
Support through each stage of your matter.
Disciplinary proceedings
Where a matter proceeds to a disciplinary hearing, careful preparation is needed to address the factual, procedural and professional issues involved.
Appeals and public law challenges
Our work includes statutory appeals and Judicial Review where a regulatory decision may be challenged through the appropriate court process.
Professional consequences
Regulatory matters may affect reputation, employment and finances. We approach instructions discreetly and consider these wider consequences when advising on strategy.
Who we help
Advice shaped around your circumstances.
- Solicitors and advocates
- Doctors, dentists and other medical professionals
- Social workers
- Universities and schools
- Other regulated individuals and organisations
Courts, tribunals & resolution
Experience in the appropriate forum.
- Scottish Solicitors’ Discipline Tribunal
- Scottish Legal Complaints Commission matters
- Scottish Social Services Council proceedings
- General Medical Council matters
- Court proceedings and Judicial Review
Why MBS
Practical guidance. Careful preparation.
We listen carefully, identify the legal and practical issues, explain the available options and develop a proportionate strategy. Where negotiation is appropriate, we pursue it. Where representation is required, we prepare thoroughly for the relevant court or tribunal.
Frequently asked questions
Helpful first answers.
When should I seek advice about a complaint?
As early as possible. Response deadlines can be short, and initial correspondence may shape how the matter develops.
Does MBS act before every regulatory body?
No such assumption should be made. Each instruction and regulatory forum is assessed individually before the firm confirms it can act.
Can a regulatory decision be appealed?
Some decisions may have a statutory appeal or may be open to another form of challenge. The available route depends on the governing rules and decision.
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