‘The team work exceptionally well together, always giving clear advice and taking decisive action when agreed.’

‘The team is uniquely positioned, with deep and broad connections in the Scottish charity sector, and access to other key experts from within the wider Brodies portfolio.’

‘Kenneth Pinkerton’s response times are excellent, and his advice is both considered and pragmatic. He is personable, and has taken the time to build a relationship with us, and understand our business and our strategy.’

‘The Brodie’s team are consummate professionals, whilst being wonderfully personable, kind and helpful. They appreciate nuances and always seek to understand the underlying purpose of any given project or task, and as a result, we always work very well together. I know I can turn to them with any questions, simple or complex.’

‘Kenneth Pinkerton has been extremely helpful to me in various instances, ranging from sharing knowledge about terminology and best practice in the legacy giving space, to providing tactical consultation and document development.’

‘Brodies are extremely knowledgeable and offer high quality and well-thought out advice.’

‘Kenneth Pinkerton is one of the leading experts on charity law, governance and regulation in Scotland, and his advice is invaluable.

‘Christine O’Neill has been of tremendous assistance with her clarity of insight and advice on matters of legal and regulatory compliance.’

‘We found them prompt to respond and good to work with.’

‘Emma Maxwell has become an invaluable adviser to our organisation. We have required assistance on a number of niche and novel issues, and she has taken each in her stride.’

‘Thorough knowledge of the sector with reliable advice and action.’

‘The team at Burness Paull take time to understand the clients requirements, expectations and manage communication effectively and efficiently as a result.’

‘Emma Maxwell and Emma Manson both had qualities of empathy and an ability to get to the nub of a problem very quickly. They explained the issues clearly in layman’s terms and provided a number of possible options which took into account some prickly interpersonal issues on both sides of the dispute within the charitable organisation.’

‘Thorough knowledge of the sector with reliable advice and action.’

‘The depth and breadth of knowledge and the ability to handle the very different needs of a range of charities is extremely reassuring as well as helpful.’

‘Gillespie Macandrew LLP is a well established firm with skills in the charity sector.’

‘Lianne Lodge was personable and easy to deal with. More importantly, she is clearly excellent in this practice area of the law and efficient at achieving the required outcome.’

‘What truly sets this practice apart is their unique combination of expertise, innovation, and a client-centric approach that ensures unparalleled service which is tailored to each person, in a language easy to understand especially if your not familiar with the sector.’

‘Alan Gilfillan and Laura Kirkman were professional, welcoming, understanding and the experience working with them felt like a partnership which bolstered respect with a true feeling of collaboration for the best outcomes.’

‘Lianne Lodge is an excellent practitioner. Results driven offering practical advice.’

‘Lianne Lodge is generous with her time and offers her extensive experience of the charity sector in a responsive, approachable and efficient way. She is a great speaker on a variety of topics and can explain difficult and complicated issues in an understandable and relatable way.’

‘Alan Gilfillan is helpful, professional, and accurate.’

‘Helen Kidd is helpful, prompt in responses to our requests for advice and in dealing with follow-up questions.’

‘Kate Wyatt has been excellent with us. Always on hand, really clear direction and insight; happy to challenge us and always very practical and pragmatic.’

‘The team within the firm dealing with charities and not-for-profit bodies are experienced specialists within this field, providing an efficient, comprehensive, courteous and, above all, thoroughly professional service.’

‘Helen Kidd is impressive. She provided pro-active advice to our charity trustees and found a solution to an issue that had been causing a problem for some time.’

‘Lindsays is my go-to firm for charity law and related legal advice. It has been one of the leading Scottish law firms in the charity and not-for-profit sector for many years and I appreciate their impressive knowledge of and involvement with the sector.’ 

‘Helen Kidd is an excellent contact north of the border, and my go-to for Scots law charity work. We have worked closely together on a number of cross-border matters and Helen is always approachable, responsive and pragmatic.’

‘They were incredibly knowledgeable.’

‘Helen Kidd did an incredible job offering advice for our organisation’s needs.’

‘Care and consistent personal attention to our charity. Long-serving team with deep support.’

‘Loyalty to the client over decades. Keeping the service fresh and keeping us up to date with legal and administrative matters.’

‘Malcolm Rust is without a doubt one the leading experts in charity law in Scotland and provides an exemplary service. His expertise helps our charity to feel supported and ensures our governance is up to date.’

‘Good knowledge of the charity sector.’

‘Friendly, helpful people. Always quick to respond. Knowledgeable and able to provide timely and insightful advice.’

‘Their attention to detail is exceptional, and they go above and beyond to ensure that their clients receive a level of service that surpasses just a simple fee-paying arrangement. In particular, their knowledge and expertise in the charity sector is truly outstanding.’

‘Approachable, friendly, knowledgeable, and quick to respond.’

‘Trustworthy and reliable.’