Executry specialist Andrew Paterson co-leads the team at boutique firm Murray Beith Murray LLP alongside asset protection-focused Peter Shand. From advice on charitable trusts, to handling personal tax, succession planning, and will drafting issues, the firm’s offering is versatile. Alec Stewart is a key contact for high-net-worth clients, and Sophie Napier has experience advising on the inheritance of complex, cross-border estates. Fraser Scott concentrates on farming clients, and Kathryn Johnston and Adam Swayne are two further names to note. Margaret Ross joined from Balfour+Manson LLP in September 2024.
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‘Very professional.’
‘Personable and responsive.’
‘They have a reputation for prudence and sensible advice. They are dependable, and because they are small, my relationship with them is very personal and one always deals with the same people who you feel know your situation.’
‘I have had a longstanding relationship with the firm and the partner dealing with my affairs. Alec Stewart is always available and knowledgeable about my situation. He offers excellent advice and listens well to my own opinions.'
'Adam Swayne, a senior solicitor, is a key contact in the firm for me and demonstrates a broad and accurate knowledge of the legal system. His advice is always very helpful.’
‘They're hugely knowledgeable, which can never be taken for granted. They're sharp and to-the-point, pro-active in advising, generous in explaining, genuinely helpful in serving needs and desires of their clients.'
Work highlights
Acting for the executors on the administration of a high-value estate with assets in multiple foreign jurisdictions.
Represented the trustees of a large family trust in relation to the proposed termination of part of the beneficiary’s interest in part of the trust.
Advised an elderly client with a multimillion-pound estate in relation to inheritance tax and succession planning.
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Leading associates
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Margaret Ross
Practice head
Peter Shand; Andrew Paterson
Other key lawyers
Alec Stewart; Sophie Napier; Fraser Scott; Kathryn Johnston; Adam Swayne; Margaret Ross