This week, we’re delighted to shine a spotlight on Brodies LLP, Scotland’s largest law firm headquartered in Scotland. With offices across the UK, including Inverness, Brodies provides expert legal advice across a wide range of sectors and disciplines. In Part 1 of this blog, we hear from Partner and Strategic Board Member Sarah Lilley.
Brodies’ historical lineage dates back to 1739 when founder, Thomas Brodie, was admitted as a Writer to Her Majesty’s Signet. The firm was incorporated and registered as Brodies LLP in 2004, primarily having offices in Edinburgh, then Glasgow, followed by Aberdeen, before our office opened in Inverness in 2022. We also have offices in London and Leeds. Brodies LLP is the largest law firm headquartered in Scotland, comprising more than 950 colleagues.
Meet Sarah Lilley, Partner
I joined Brodies in 2020 and was promoted to Partner in 2022. As of 1 May 2026, I am also a member of the firm’s Strategic Board.
As a family lawyer, most of my day is spent advising clients on all aspects of family law.
On any given day, I could be appearing in court to represent a client in relation to the financial matters arising from their separation, mediating between a couple regarding arrangements for their children, or meeting with our Managing Partner, Chair and fellow Strategic Board members to discuss plans for the firm.
No two days are the same and I enjoy the variety – helping our clients through difficult times, supporting our colleagues and contributing to the development of the firm.
Growing in the Highlands
The Inverness office opened in 2022 with 12 colleagues and is now home to 26 people.
Brodies is a full-service law firm, meaning there is no aspect of the law with which we cannot assist. In Inverness, we have colleagues specialising in family law, private wealth (wills, trusts, executries and tax), real estate (rural, crofting and commercial property), intellectual property, energy, renewables and property litigation. Clients also benefit from the expertise available across the wider firm.
I lead our local family law team, comprising four lawyers and our executive assistant. We are now the largest family law team in the Highlands and Islands.
Brodies is an ambitious firm that takes pride in creating employment opportunities in the local area, supporting the Highland economy and delivering exceptional client services.
What Do Clients Value Most?
For the second consecutive year, I have been ranked in the Legal 500 directory as a Leading Partner and am the only family lawyer across Inverness and the wider Highlands and Islands to hold this ranking.
These rankings are driven primarily by client testimonials and feedback, and I am incredibly grateful to every client who has contributed.
Brodies and the Chamber
I have been involved with the Chamber since moving from Edinburgh to Inverness in 2011.
The Chamber became my primary connection to the Inverness business community and, through regular attendance at Chamber events, I became integrated into that community and established many lasting and meaningful relationships.
The Chamber hosts a wide range of events throughout the year, offering unparalleled opportunities to meet others within the business community.
As a way of giving back, I was proud to serve as a Chamber Board member from 2022 to 2026.