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

Can an employer reject an applicant who supports a rival football team?
An interesting ruling has been made in an Employment Tribunal Case Hearing in which the Employment Judge decided that an employer has the right to consider whether a prospective employee would get on well with existing staff and that this could include rejecting a prospective employee who could “damage office harmony” by not supporting the same football team as current staff members.

Mackinnons welcomes new Trainee Solicitor Amy McAllister
Mackinnons are very pleased to announce the appointment of Amy McAllister as its latest Trainee Solicitor.

Ballater Highland Games
With the festivities about to commence for Ballater’s Victoria Week, we look forward to once again welcoming you at the Ballater Highland Games on Thursday 14th August 2025 for refreshments. On the day, Mackinnons partners and staff will be helping to raise funds for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA).