Scott has a particular focus on property development and property finance across a number of sectors including: development of large scale ‘new settlements’ with associated infrastructure; residential development (acting for landowners, housebuilders, social housing providers and funders); commercial development and investment; urban regeneration; and on-shore wind farm development. Scott is ranked as a leading lawyer in Chambers UK.

According to clients, Scott is "always available" and "gets to the point quickly." He also wins praise for his efficient and diplomatic approach to proceedings, with one client remarking: "He can always distil what people are talking about to the crucial issue."

Scott returned to Burness Paull  from his previous role working in-house as the company solicitor to a successful UK wide property development and investment company. Having been a client, he knows what a great legal service should look and feel like.