Tax
UK Bar Guide 2025 : Scotland (Bar)
Band 1
Contact number
(0131) 226 2881Chambers Review
Axiom houses advocates who exude excellence when handling contentious and non-contentious briefs for individuals and businesses, and who also frequently represent HMRC. The advocates are experienced and knowledgeable in relation to both direct and indirect taxation and, according to one source, have "real commercial awareness". They are skilled in appellate matters taking place before the Upper Tribunal and the courts. Members have recently appeared in AD Bly v HMRC, an interpretational challenge regarding unfunded pension provisions, and whether they provide a corporation tax deduction.
Lesley Flynn is practice manager.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The clerks have always been reasonable and very clear."
"The clerks have always been reasonable and very clear."
Notable Practitioners
David Thomson KC is a much-liked and respected advocate who primarily focuses on contentious taxation matters. He tends to represent HMRC.
David Welsh has a sophisticated taxation practice in which he tends to act for those challenging the decisions and powers of HMRC. He is adept at handling matters before all levels of the Scottish court system including the UK Supreme Court.