Brodies LLP
Member of Terralex
Brodies LLP offers ‘specialist and proactive advice’ to international retail brands, investment houses and private clients, and the team is under the supervision of Matthew Farrell. Farrell is a market leader in dilapidation claims, and his team has further expertise with leasing disputes, access rights litigation and complex environmental matters. Kenneth MacDonald strengthens the firm’s dispute resolution offering, with a wealth of expertise in commercial advocacy and international arbitration. Don Muir is particularly active in matters involving local government authorities, while Clare Kelly is experienced in real estate portfolio management, advising on relevant tenant disputes. David Ford strengthens the team further, advocating in both the Court of Session and the English Courts. Gareth Hale is also a key name to note, and Claire Thornber joined from Addleshaw Goddard in mid-2025.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Claire Thornber
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Matthew Farrell
Other key lawyers
Kenneth MacDonald; Don Muir; David Ford; Andrew Deanshaw; Clare Kelly; Gareth Hale; Claire Thornber