Podcasts by Brodies

The energy transition is often framed as a decisive shift from hydrocarbons to renewables. In practice, it is proving to be far more complex. Rather than a single event, the transition is emerging as a gradual and uneven rebalancing of the energy system—one that must carefully reconcile decarbonisation ambitions with security of supply, affordability and economic stability. In this episode of Podc...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, we explore the findings of Brodies’ 2026 report, 'Evolution not revolution: investing in the energy transition'. Host David Lee is joined by Clare Munro , an energy partner specialised in oil and gas , Keith Patterson , a partner and co-head of renewables, and Sarah-Jane McArthur , a partner also with a focus on renewables, to unpack the report’s k...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, Debbie Reekie , legal director at Brodies LLP gives an insight of the collaborative process from a family lawyer perspective. We’re also joined by Martin Donnelly, a chartered financial planner at Trinity Bridge who shares the value in having a financial adviser in collaborative process. This episode discusses how a family lawyer and a financial adviser, bot...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, legal director Lisa Stratford and associate George Cohen unpack the Renters’ Rights Act and what it means for landlords, managing agents and investors in England. Described as the most significant change to renting in a generation, the Act’s first phase kicked in from 1 May 2026 and introduces sweeping reforms. This includes the end of section 21 “no fault”...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, we hear from banking and finance partner James Wilson and senior associate Lindsay Lee who explore the impact of the Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023 one year after its introduction. Described as the most significant reform of Scottish banking law for a generation, the Act has transformed how security is taken over moveable assets. James and Lindsay...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, Jessica Flowerdew partner at Brodies LLP gives an insight of cross border estate planning. We’re also joined by Jaime McLemore partner at Withers LLP who shares a unique perspective as a US qualified private client lawyer living in the UK. She advises on US and international tax and estate planning, particularly for families and trusts with US – UK cross-bor...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, we explore the offshore energy industry’s response to the new weight‑based safety requirements coming into force on 1 November 2026.  Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has set a maximum clothed weight of 124.7kg (19.5 st) for workers being transported offshore, ensuring they can be safely winched in an emergency. With more than 2,200 workers currently above the ne...

In our series Life at Brodies, we're getting to know Brodies colleagues as they share their personal experiences and perspectives about working at Scotland's largest legal firm. In this episode, partner Nadine Walton gives us an insight of what it’s like to be an English-qualified lawyer working in a Scottish-headquartered firm. We’re also joined by practice development lawyer Paul Ianne...

In our series 'Life at Brodies', we're getting to know Brodies colleagues as they share their personal experiences and perspectives about working at a leading UK law firm. In this episode, legal director Rory Forbes and solicitor Nina Munro discuss their career paths into the real estate team at Brodies, address some misconceptions around what being a real estate lawyer actually inv...

In our series 'Life at Brodies', we're getting to know Brodies colleagues as they share their personal experiences and perspectives about working at Scotland's largest legal firm. Do you want to know what it's like to work in one of the busiest private client teams in Scotland?  In this episode, Iona Clark and Nikki Neal talk about their experience working in the personal...

In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, legal experts Emily Pike and Stewart Gibson discuss the subject of inheritance and succession planning, unpacking the findings of an exclusive YouGov survey commissioned by Brodies.  The survey showed that only 25% of respondents have a full estate plan in place— and highlighted a significant gap between awareness of the subject of succession planning and ac...

Receiving court papers can be daunting, but understanding what happens next  is essential to resolving the issues at hand. In this episode of Podcasts by Brodies, Carly Forrest and Gemma Nicholson break down everything you need to know about dealing with Scottish court documents, ensuring you can respond effectively and avoid potential pitfalls.   We examine the importance of understanding which c...

In this episode we discuss the growing popularity of buying and selling Scotch whisky casks, risks of fraud and some advice for buyers. Grant Strachan is a partner at Brodies LLP, with a specialist focus on the food and drink sector , and Vikki Bruce is the founding director of CaskNet , a tech start-up that is building a register for Scotch whisky casks.  The Scotch Whisky Association has recentl...

Prior to the case of Miss Mary Davidson who died in 1999, the law in Scotland had been that, in the absence of any special facts, a solicitor engaged by a testator in connection with the making of a will could not be said to owe a duty of care to intended beneficiaries.  In England, the law had developed so that such a duty might be said to exist.   Following Miss Davidson's death, the judge...

In this episode we discuss rights to light and the challenges they pose for developers in cities across England and Wales. Lisa Stratford is a legal director at Brodies who specialises in property-related disputes in England and Wales, and Neil Lovell-Kennedy is a chartered surveyor and a rights to light specialist at Proximity . The information in this podcast was correct at the time of recording...

In The Case Files, we look back at notable court cases over the last 150 years. In this episode Susie Mountain and Debbie Reekie discuss the issue of the habitual residence of a child in a case related to the separation of a couple who decided to live in different countries. To add further complexity, the case involved parental abduction of the child. In situations like this, a key part of the jud...

Our family law experts delve into the complexities of international divorces.  Jacqueline Stroud , experienced mediator and litigator and Susie Mountain  solicitor advocate and a trained collaborative lawyer share their insights into navigating the challenges posed by divorces involving multiple countries.  Highlighting the importance of seeking legal advice at an early stage and discussing issues...

In this episode of The Case Files, Christine O'Neill KC and Clare Bone discuss two relatively recent cases which raised the importance of anyone accused of crimes having access to independent and impartial legal decision-makers,  a right that is protected by article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights.   The first case, Clark v Kelly (2004) is about whether it was proper for the cler...

We dive into the world of mediation and explore how it offers a more flexible, cost effective  and less adversarial way to resolve disputes outside the courtroom when dealing with family law matters. Jacqueline Stroud is a partner in Brodies Family Law team and an expert in mediation and collaboration and Ewan Malcolm is a highly experienced award-winning mediator who is currently chief executive...

Family law experts from either side of the England and Scotland border, Victoria Varty, senior associate at Brodies and Louisa Bestford, senior associate at Hay & Kilner discuss the differences between English and Scottish courts in considering children's voices in family disputes. Covering what age a child is typically able to express a view in family disputes; the weight their view has...

In our new series Life at Brodies, we're getting to know Brodies colleagues as they share their personal experiences and perspectives about working at Scotland's largest legal firm. In this episode graduate engagement manager Wendy Murphy talks about the recruitment process for trainee lawyers at Brodies including how to make your application stand out from the crowd and what candidates...

In our new series Life at Brodies, we're getting to know Brodies colleagues as they share their personal experiences and perspectives about working at Scotland's largest legal firm. In this episode health and safety solicitor Eve Gilchrist and real estate senior paralegal Alex McDonald discuss qualifying as a lawyer via the pre-PEAT traineeship as an alternative to completing a Scots law...

Following a number of high profile cases in regulated financial services firms and changing societal expectations, t he Financial Conduct Authority is proposing to change its approach to non-financial misconduct.    Employment law partner Tony Hadden and senior associate Chris Boyle discuss the significance of the FCA's proposals and how regulated firms can make sure they're on the front...

In our new series Life at Brodies, we're getting to know Brodies colleagues as they share their personal experiences and perspectives about working at Scotland's largest legal firm. In this episode, Regan Lambert and Robert Bough talk about their experience as trainee solicitors at Brodies; each sharing their own journey to studying law at university, the application and interview proces...

In this special episode of Podcasts by Brodies, David Lee speaks to Stephen Goldie, Brodies' managing partner. Stephen, who has been with the firm for almost two decades, took up the  role in May 2024, succeeding Nick Scott. He was previously head of the disputes practice at Brodies. In 2023, Brodies achieved a major milestone, becoming the first Scottish legal firm to break through 100 milli...