Solicitor at Balfour + Manson LLP
Graeme Thomson
Solicitor - Partner
I qualified as a solicitor in 2003 and joined Balfour+Manson in 2018, becoming a partner in 2021. I studied at the University of Edinburgh and, but for a year’s detour to Australia (working for a two large legal firms and a Royal Commission), have worked in Edinburgh ever since. Initially specialising in residential property, I made the move over to private client in 2004. Immediately prior to joining Balfour+Manson I was the head of the private client team at a small family-run law firm. As a Private Client solicitor I deal with a variety of issues all of which can, and in some cases certainly will, affect private individuals. I advise clients in relation to succession planning, including Inheritance Tax issues and the drafting of Wills; the granting and operation of Powers of Attorney; the administration of executry estates; and the creation and running of trusts.
56-66 Frederick Street, EH2 1LS
Practice Areas
Wills, Trusts & Probate
- Wills, Trusts & Probate 100%
3 Client Reviews
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About Graeme Thomson
I qualified as a solicitor in 2003 and joined Balfour+Manson in 2018, becoming a partner in 2021. I studied at the University of Edinburgh and, but for a year’s detour to Australia (working for a two large legal firms and a Royal Commission), have worked in Edinburgh ever since. Initially specialising in residential property, I made the move over to private client in 2004. Immediately prior to joining Balfour+Manson I was the head of the private client team at a small family-run law firm. As a Private Client solicitor I deal with a variety of issues all of which can, and in some cases certainly will, affect private individuals. I advise clients in relation to succession planning, including Inheritance Tax issues and the drafting of Wills; the granting and operation of Powers of Attorney; the administration of executry estates; and the creation and running of trusts.
Languages Spoken: English
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WORK EXPERIENCE
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Name
Duration
Partner
Balfour + Manson LLP
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Complicated family will
Graeme Thomson took over my father's will following a departing partner and was always helpful, timely and supportive.
I appreciated his speed of replying to emails and his stamina in keeping going when it became very drawn out through no fault of his.
I am pretty sure he undercharged us in terms of hours worked and all in all was just what I would want from a family lawyer.
Lawyer named in this review: Graeme Thomson
A representative from Balfour + Manson LLP responded to this review on 21 February, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to review us. It is really appreciated. We have passed your comments onto Graeme. Please let us know if we can be of assistance in the future.
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Helpful guidance through drawing up a will, including setting up a trust
I needed to make a will, including provision for one of my children, who is an with incapacity. This isn't completely straightforward, and Graeme Thomson guided me patiently through it, answering all my questions and keeping on the case even when I was very slow with my responses. Would recommend!
Lawyer named in this review: Graeme Thomson
A representative from Balfour + Manson LLP responded to this review on 20 January, 2022
Thank you for taking the time to review us and for your kind words. It is very much appreciated. Please let us know if we can be of assistance in the future.
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Graeme Thomson for Balfour Manson
Excellent service received. Straight forward, understandable communications and advice received.
Everything was well explained and actions to be taken clearly given.
Lawyer named in this review: Graeme Thomson
A representative from Balfour + Manson LLP responded to this review on 14 October, 2021
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate it. Please let us know if we can be of assistance in the future.
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