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One of Scotland's most high-profile courtroom lawyers has been found guilty of professional misconduct. One of Scotland's most high-profile lawyers is facing disciplinary action by his professional body.
Donald Findlay QC was accused of making sectarian jokes during an after-dinner speech in Northern Ireland and during an interview with an American reporter. Donald Findlay QC has been accused of making sectarian jokes at an after dinner speech in Northern Ireland and during an interview with a US reporter.
It is understood, Mr Findlay, who has always denied being a bigot, has refused to accept a disciplinary ruling from the Faculty of Advocates. It is understood, Mr Findlay, who has always denied being a bigot, has refused to accept a disciplinary decision by the Faculty of Advocates.
If found guilty at a tribunal, he could face suspension, or a heavy fine. If found guilty at a tribunal, he could face suspension or a heavy fine.
Mr Findlay is one of Scotland's highest earning defence advocates.Mr Findlay is one of Scotland's highest earning defence advocates.
He has defended accused in some of the country's biggest trial, including Luke Mitchell who murdered teenager Jodi Jones and one of the three men convicted of murdering Kriss Donald.
Eight years ago, he resigned as vice-chairman of Rangers Football Club after he was filmed singing a sectarian song.Eight years ago, he resigned as vice-chairman of Rangers Football Club after he was filmed singing a sectarian song.
Mr Findlay denied that he had been found guilty of professional misconduct.