Gavin J Anderson KC

Year of Call 2001 Year of Silk 2022

"He is an expert in his field. He is very knowledgeable, responsive, reliable and understands the need for client care, particularly concerning sensitive subject matters" - Chambers UK 

"He presents with gravitas whilst building rapport with, and inspiring confidence in, clients." An illustrious silk- Legal 500 UK 

Gavin J Anderson specialises in regulatory crime and has particular expertise in Health & Safety, Environmental and Corporate Crime Prosecutions as well as Inquiries.

He served as an Advocate Depute from 2021 – 2024. He was Lead Crown Counsel for the Scottish Fatalities Investigation Unit and the Health and Safety Investigation Unit.

He appears regularly in the High Court of Justiciary, Sheriff Court and tribunals throughout Scotland.

Gavin also has experience of Professional Disciplinary proceedings, appearing regularly before a variety of regulatory tribunals, and Media Law where he has advised media organisations in relation to reporting restrictions and contempt of court issues surrounding high-profile criminal proceedings.

As Crown Counsel, Gavin chaired multi-agency meetings following serious incidents, where he oversaw investigative strategy and enforcement action. He is well-placed to advise on internal corporate investigations or compliance with external regulatory action.

Representative Cases

HM Advocate v Kinning Park Nursing Home (Scotland) Limited - Fatality in nursing home

HM Advocate v Lambhill Court Care Limited - Fatality in nursing home

HM Advocate v Boswell - Fairground ride collapse – multiple injuries

HM Advocate v Y Limited (Anonymised) - Workplace fatality – car crash on vehicular test track

The Sumburgh Fatal Accident Inquiry (Pending) - Multiple fatalities following offshore helicopter crash, Shetland

The Clutha Fatal Accident Inquiry - Multiple fatalities following police helicopter crash, Glasgow

Contact Us

  • Compass Chambers
    Parliament House
    Edinburgh
    EH1 1RF