John McKinlay
PartnerJohn McKinlay is very client-friendly, good to deal with and a very experienced tech commercial contracts lawyer.
— Chambers UK 2022About
John McKinlay is a commercial lawyer who advises multinational businesses and other organisations on negotiating commercial, outsourcing and technology contracts.
John advises clients in a range of industries, and regularly works with clients on projects across multiple jurisdictions.
John specialises in advising on outsourcing and procurement contracts, technology licensing, collaborations, cross-border transactions and joint ventures.
EXPERIENCE
Education
- University of Edinburgh, LLB (Hons) First Class, 1993; Diploma in Legal Practice, 1994
Awards
- "John McKinlay is "absolutely first class" because "he takes a pragmatic approach to matters, and is very approachable and very knowledgeable on the outsourcing of IT services." (Chambers and Partners UK 2017)
- "John McKinlay is well respected by market sources for his skilled handling of commercial IP transactions." (Chambers and Partners UK 2017)
- "John McKinlay is ‘easy to work with, commercial, and very bright." (Legal 500, UK 2016)
Publications
"Outsourcing: A Practical Guide," Globe Law and Business, September 2015
Memberships And Affiliations
- Convenor of the Law Society of Scotland's Technology Law and Practice Committee
