Rachel Robertson
SolicitorRachel is a Solicitor in our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team.
Rachel graduated from the University of Glasgow with an LLB (Hon) Scots Law Degree in 2019. She then worked as a legal analyst for a global commercial law firm before completing the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice.
Rachel joined the firm as a trainee in 2023 and spent twelve months of her traineeship working in the Litigation & Dispute Resolution division, assisting with a variety of disputes. She qualified as a solicitor in 2025.
Working primarily within our personal injury and health & safety teams, Rachel provides advice and representation for a number of clients across both the public and private sector.
Areas of Expertise
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Tender Delays in Clinical Negligence Claims: Court of Session Sets a Firm Line
The Court of Session ruled that an eight‑month delay in accepting a tender was unreasonable and awarded expenses against the pursuer. It confirmed the key factors for assessing delay and held that the 75 per cent cap on expenses cannot be reduced. The decision reinforces that pursuers must act promptly on tenders or risk cost consequences despite QOCS.