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Trusted restructuring & insolvency practitioners across Scotland, England & Wales

Middlebrooks supports businesses, creditors and individuals through financial difficulty – with the empathy, expertise and practical solutions to achieve the best possible outcome.

How can we help today?

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Business owners & directors

Clear advice when your business is under pressure

  • Cashflow and creditor pressure
  • Restructuring or turnaround
  • Business closure and director responsibilities
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Professional referrers

A trusted insolvency partner for your client

  • Clear, compliant insolvency advice
  • Protecting your client relationship
  • Straightforward referral process
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Individuals

Confidential help with personal debt

  • IVA and bankruptcy options
  • Creditor pressure and arrears
  • Clear, practical next steps
Get confidential advice
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Creditors

Professional insolvency services for creditors

  • Asset recovery
  • Insolvent debtors
  • Transparent, compliant processes
Discuss a case
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As licensed insolvency practitioners in Edinburgh, we advise businesses, individuals, creditors, and professional referrers across the Central Belt and further afield when needed. Whatever your financial situation — business distress, personal debt, or managing insolvency on behalf of a client — our experienced insolvency practitioners in Edinburgh provide clear, compliant guidance and manage the process professionally from start to finish.

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Trusted by clients and professionals alike

alan smith
alan smith
2021-04-20
Let’s face it. Anyone going through tough times financially doesn’t need an insolvency practitioner shaking their head and wagging their finger in a “naughty naughty boy” manner. And that’s how much of the industry operates but thankfully NOT Middlebrooks. I know that the team at Middlebrooks, led by Claire Middlebrook, genuinely want to help people move on to the next chapter in their lives. They have a heart…and that’s exactly what you want from an IP when times are tough.
Ronnie Murison
Ronnie Murison
2021-04-20
Always a good experience working with the Middlesbrooks’ team.
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Darren Canham
Darren Canham
2021-03-03
Middlebrooks are first class, the support and service is exemplary. Thank you so much.
Maggie
Maggie
2020-09-07
I was supported to file for bankruptcy at a very difficult time in my life. Lauren was professional and informative giving guidance where required. Thank you Lauren x
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Vapour fresh Ltd
2020-04-23
Would absolutely, without hesitation, highly recommend this company, . From the initial call to present day, they have been truly amazing to work with. While going through an extremely difficult period in my life, I needed to know that I was going to receive the right level of support to get me through this vital stage of my journey and Middlebrooks provided exactly that. Their vast knowledge and experience (which has been evident throughout the process) enabled me to proceed with confidence to the required conclusion. If you are reading this, you may be seeking the right advice and help too, look no further than this company. They won’t just talk you through the process, they will walk you through the process and they WILL get the job done, efficiently and professionally.
Emma
Emma
2020-03-30
Middlebrooks have been nothing short of fantastic helping me get my IVA approved. From start to finish they made me feel at ease and kept me up to date with everything that was happening. I cant thank or recommend them enough for everything they have done for me and my family.
Cheryl Barnes
Cheryl Barnes
2020-02-12
Middlebrooks have been fantastic and a great help. Couldn’t fault them at all and would highly recommend.
David Price
David Price
2020-02-10
Middlebrooks have been fantastic from start to finish.They kept me well informed & my administrator brooke has been brilliant.Pain & stress free now all thanks to these guys.Thankyou middlebrooks for been there for me at a difficult time would definitely recommend????????????????
customer Mrs caron malkin
customer Mrs caron malkin
2019-11-20
Thank you to Middlebrooks Business Recovery & Advice Ltd for all your help and advice in going forward and having my IVA approved, everything your team have done was so professionaly handled. Once again thank you.
Trustpilot rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 48 reviews.
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For creditors and referral partners

Are you working with a bank or credit lending agency? We also act on behalf of creditors to ensure you receive your debts. We take care of everything, from valuation to sales and setting up payment plans.
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The last thing you need is more confusion or stress.

So, we’ve put together a list of common problems to help you determine the right service for you.

Company Closure
Business Rescue
Personal Insolvency
Business advisory
Tax Debt
Creditor Pressure
Company Closure

Are you looking to close your business?


Whether you have financial debt, or you’re looking for a way to close the business down, we can help you sort through the process.

SERVICES

Liquidation

STILL NOT SURE?

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Business Rescue

Struggling to pay salaries each month?


If you’re under financial stress and your obligations are becoming too much, there are several options available to you.

SERVICES

Administration
Company Voluntary Administration

STILL NOT SURE?

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Personal Insolvency

Unable to clear your debts or falling behind on your mortgage?


It can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. We can discuss your circumstances, as there are multiple ways out of debt.

SERVICES

Individual Voluntary Arrangement
Sequestration
Trust Deed

STILL NOT SURE?

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Business advisory

Needing to reduce spending or restructure?


If you’re struggling to keep on top of business, there are multiple ways we can help you, from finding ways to cut spending, to helping you restructure the company.

SERVICES

Advisory

STILL NOT SURE?

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Tax Debt

Receiving letters from HMRC?


No-one wants to be in-debt with their tax, so if you’ve been receiving letters from HMRC pressuring you with late payments and additional fees, we can help you find a way to settle your debts.

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions
Creditor Pressure

Finding it hard to clear your credit cards or debts?


The problem is, once the interest fees are applied, it’s hard to get on top of it again. However, there are ways of clearing the debt at a rate affordable to you.

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About us

Experienced insolvency practitioners providing clear, commercial advice

We’re an independent team of restructuring advisers and licensed insolvency practitioners operating across the Central Belt of Scotland, England & Wales. Our licensed insolvency practitioners in Edinburgh provide clear, commercially realistic advice, ensuring every case is handled with care, professionalism, and respect. You’ll understand your options, manage risk, and take the right next steps.
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Claire Middlebrook

Licensed Insolvency Practitioner

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Why choose Middlebrooks?

Whether it’s guiding a business through a turnaround, supporting someone facing personal debt, or advising a professional on behalf of their client, our approach combines practical advice with a human touch — clear, realistic, and always focused
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Whether you’re seeking advice, discussing a case, or referring a client, we’ll help you speak to the right person.

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