Dedicated to finding workable solutions to your disputes.
Our team of skilled solicitors is dedicated to finding workable solutions to your disputes, from commercial conflicts to personal matters. Court action is not always the best route – we can advise on alternatives and tailor a solution to your needs. Representing our clients in the UK and internationally, our solicitors typically provide advice in the following areas:
- Admiralty and litigation
- Insurance
- Commercial disputes
- Personal Injury
- Health and safety
- Marine criminal law
- Fishing vessel disputes
- Landlord and tenant disputes and evictions
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The latest news and insights from Mackinnons

All About Shipping - Top 100 Women in Shipping for 2024
This achievement is a testament to Anna’s contributions to the maritime industry, not only through her litigation role within the firm but also as a Lecturer in Maritime Law at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), an active researcher in Maritime Decarbonisation and a dedicated member of various maritime organisations, including WISTA UK, the London Shipping Law Centre (LSLC), the Liverpool and North West Propeller Club, Mersey Maritime and the International Propeller Club, Port of Piraeus, Greece.

Why A Court Case About Sandeels Is More Important Than It Might Sound
The dispute concerns whether the UK’s right to restrict fishing trawlers for conservation reasons unnecessarily restricts agreed EU fishing rights in UK waters. This is the first time the parties have been locked in a courtroom battle since Brexit, and it is likely that the outcome of the case will have far reaching implications for future UK-EU trade relations.

Promotions at Mackinnons
Mackinnons Solicitors LLP are delighted to announce a number of promotions across the firm. Gillian Smith becomes a Senior Associate within our Private Client department, Cameron Milne is elevated to the role of Senior Solicitor within our Commercial department, and Jackie Cocker has been appointed as Senior Property Advisor in the Residential Property department.