Andrew Paterson

Andrew Paterson is our Chairman, a Partner, Head of the Executry Group and a member of the firm’s Asset Protection Group. He has specialised for over 20 years in advising individuals and charities on wills, tax and estate planning, trust matters and executry administration.

Andrew has particular expertise in administering complex and high-value estates, advising on trust reorganisations and taxation, wills and powers of attorney. He also advises charities on governance and trustee duties.

Known for his clear, sympathetic and pragmatic approach, Andrew regularly supports families following bereavement and helps clients navigate technically complex matters. He has an aptitude for tax planning and calculations, delivering advice focused on preserving wealth for future generations.

Andrew is ranked in Chambers High Net Worth, listed in Spear’s 500 and The Legal 500 UK, and recognised as Band 1 for Private Wealth Disputes.

• Will Drafting
• Tax
• Estate Planning
• All Aspects of the Adults with Incapacity Legislation (particularly Powers of Attorney and Guardianship Orders)
• Complex Trust Queries (particularly trust reorganisations and the taxation of trusts)
• Administration of Complex
• Valuable Executry Estates.