Private Client

Roddy Macleod is an experienced advocate who leverages his background as a litigation solicitor and is regularly instructed in contentious succession, trust and executry matters. He also has wider experience in property and regulatory disputes. He wins praise from sources for his technical knowledge and nuanced approach when it comes to private client disputes.

Roddy Macleod is absolutely brilliant. He was incredibly good with the client, knew what he was talking about and was very good on his feet.

Derek Francis handles the full spectrum of tax issues relating to trusts and succession matters, including IHT and CGT issues. He draws on his background as a qualified chartered tax adviser. His clients include private clients, executors, trustees and accountancy firms.

Derek Francis is very professional and incredibly helpful. He has great attention to detail.

Gordon Watt is a commercial advocate who has expertise in both contentious and non-contentious tax, trusts and executry cases. He is well versed in handling the IHT implications of private client matters, as well as opinions in relation to wills, succession cases and charitable bequests.

Gordon Watt is a hard-working and fearless junior.