Tax
UK Guide 2025 : Scotland
Band 1
Contact number
0131 228 3777About
Provided by Brodies LLP
Our lawyers, chartered accountants and chartered tax advisers have the experience and specialist skills to provide clients with pragmatic and technically astute advice on UK and Scottish taxes.
From standalone tax planning and compliance advice, to comprehensive transactional support, we understand how tax considerations fit within a broader commercial picture and provide tax advice on any area of your business or personal activities.
We advise on the tax aspects of company acquisitions, disposals and reconstructions, and commercial property transactions and, particularly in recent years, we have been heavily involved in the tax optimisation of insolvency-related transactions and restructurings.
We also provide tax consultancy services to accountancy and other legal firms, particularly in relation to property tax issues.
Our corporate tax experts are closely involved in several tax consultation groups which liaise with HM Revenue & Customs and with the Scottish Government in relation to the new Scottish Taxes.Team members sit on the Law Society of Scotland Tax Committee, the Stamp Taxes Practitioners Group, the Scottish Property Federation and the Stamp Duty Land Tax Working Together Group.
Chambers Review
Brodies houses a high-calibre group that excels in tax planning and structuring for real estate transactions and investments. It is particularly sought out for its in-depth knowledge of stamp duty, VAT and capital allowances. The team also provides exemplary counsel on the tax elements of M&A transactions, private equity deals and corporate restructuring. It is well placed to advise investors, developers and real estate funds on land taxation matters. Recent areas of activity include tax litigation.
Work Highlights
- Brodies advised WNS Holdings on its USD125 million acquisition of The Smart Cube.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Brodies team are technically very strong, but also grasp the commercial drivers on deals and advise accordingly."
"They provide clear and concise advice in an understandable manner, and they are prompt in delivery."
"The lawyers take time to understand our business and to develop good relations with us."
"The Brodies team are technically very strong, but also grasp the commercial drivers on deals and advise accordingly."
"They provide clear and concise advice in an understandable manner, and they are prompt in delivery."
"The lawyers take time to understand our business and to develop good relations with us."
Notable Practitioners
Isobel d'Inverno is a leading lawyer in the Scottish tax market. Her practice covers issues such as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax and Stamp Duty Land Tax.
"She is well versed in income tax and all the complex matters such as double tax treaties and inheritance tax."
"She is very commercial, very easy to talk to, and explains things in simple language."
Bob Langridge advises an array of corporate and real estate clients. He specialises in corporate restructurings, complex real estate and funds.
"We get excellent advice from Bob, who always delivers it with a smile and clear explanation."
Alan Barr works on the full range of tax matters, including real estate tax issues. His clients include corporations and individuals.
Karen Davidson has a corporate tax-focused practice. She advises on the structuring of corporate transactions, with additional expertise in relation to real estate.
"Karen is responsive and always makes herself available at short notice. She grasps complex deals quickly and understands the commercial objectives."
Ranked Lawyers at
Brodies LLP
Scotland