Fraser Scott > Murray Beith Murray LLP > Edinburgh, United Kingdom > Lawyer Profile
Murray Beith Murray LLP Offices
3 GLENFINLAS STREET
EDINBURGH
EH3 6AQ
United Kingdom
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Fraser Scott
Work Department
Private Client - Asset Protection & Estate Planning
Position
Partner – Asset Protection & Estate Planning
Fraser specialises in advising individuals and their families on a broad range of private client matters.
Areas of work:
- Trust law
- Tax planning
- Asset protection
- Wills
- Powers of Attorney
- Guardianships
Career
Fraser joined Murray Beith Murray in 2015. He specialises in private client work, advising individuals and their families on a broad range of matters including wills, powers of attorney, succession and tax planning.
Together with expertise in family protection trusts, Fraser is widely recognised for advising farming families and small business owners on succession planning. He is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and clients appreciate his clear, practical advice and insightful guidance.
Prior to entering the legal profession, Fraser’s work with the Scottish Government, included developing policy, implementing legislation; and pursuing an interest in litigation, representing clients in various civil actions including protecting the interests of vulnerable clients.
Personal
When not in the office, Fraser will most likely be found running, cycling and walking the hills and mountains of Scotland and beyond.
Lawyer Rankings
Scotland > Private client > Personal tax, trusts and executries
Private client boutique Murray Beith Murray LLP is regularly instructed by wealthy individuals domiciled in Scotland and abroad to assist with a wide range of trusts and estates, personal tax and executry matters. Asset protection, succession planning and taxation issues are key areas of focus for the group, which is overseen by Peter Shand. The highly rated Ruthven Gemmell is best known for his cross-border work for high-net-worth individuals, while Andrew Paterson‘s practice covers will drafting, estates administration and powers of attorney matters. Sophie Napier and Fraser Scott are other core members of the team.