Paul is a highly experienced commercial lawyer in our commercial services team, recognised for strategic counsel on high-value, complex contracting projects. He advises clients across the private and public sectors, including industry and transport, education, government, the third sector, energy, health and social care, retail, the creative industries, and technology. Drawing on experience in both private practice and in-house roles, Paul leads multi-disciplinary negotiations where commercial and regulatory risk is front and centre, ensuring clear, robust, and workable outcomes.

Paul has particular expertise in commercial contracts and delivers pragmatic advice on risk allocation, governance, and compliance. He holds an MBA from Strathclyde Business School where he received a distinction, bringing commercial insight alongside legal rigour. Valued for an authoritative yet collaborative and personable approach, he helps clients make sound decisions and implement solutions that align with their strategic objectives.