Head of our tax and accounts services for private clients
Director of Personal TaxNeil Ritchie
A ranked lawyer with accountancy expertise
PartnerNorman Kennedy
Ranked by Chambers High Net Worth with over 16 years of private client experience
PartnerEmily Pike
We are a team of highly skilled personal tax advisers and accountants with offices in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness and London but with clients across Scotland, the rest of the UK and overseas. Our team has extensive experience in handling tax matters for individuals, including non-UK residents and their UK tax obligations for renting, buying and selling UK property and more.
Our tax advisers are experts in their field, with a deep understanding of the UK tax system, Scottish devolved tax matters and the ever-changing laws and regulations. We work closely with our clients to understand their unique needs and objectives and provide tailored tax advice and pragmatic solutions that help them achieve their goals.
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An excellent team well led. Efficient, competent and ahead of the game, timeous delivery, and lawyers very personable. All sectors well covered with good collaboration when required.
Legal 500 UK 2024
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Impressive team, very competent especially in complex cross-border probate client work.
Legal 500 UK 2023
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Brodies are very well respected in the Private Client field. Their lawyers are technically able and pleasant to deal with.
Legal 500 UK 2023
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Brodies have a very strong team across the board and can support you at all levels ranging from simple queries to very complex planning and family matters.
Legal 500 UK 2023
We offer a comprehensive range of services, from compliance services such as self-assessment tax returns and capital gains tax reporting, to providing tax advice on buying and selling property or the sale of a business and estate planning in this connection including advice on the creation of family investment companies. We also liaise with HMRC on your behalf in respect of disclosures and enquiries, in order to help bring outstanding tax matters up to date.
As tax experts, we understand that tax compliance can be a daunting task for many individuals which is why we are pleased to offer our range of tax compliance services to help you stay on top of your tax obligations. Whether you need assistance with preparing and filing your self-assessment tax returns, or need help with tax reliefs and allowances, our team is here to help.

Personal Tax Planning & Compliance key highlights
- Our team includes qualified chartered accountants.
- We use cutting edge accounting software systems to assist our clients with tax matters.
- We provide insightful live tax insights and updates on X on UK and Scottish Budget Days.
- We advise on all tax aspects of family structures, including trusts, partnerships and trusts.
- One of the largest practices in Scotland looking after private individuals, we advise on all matters related to the international aspects of our clients' lives - find out more.