Quote Originally Posted by BLHS209 View Post
He can "claim" all he wants but, as my son-in-law found out, the clans will only recognize the fathers line. Now that is "assuming" that you/he have "links" to Scotland on both sides.
From the Lyon Court's FAQ:

Who is a member of a clan?

Every person who has the same surname as the chief is deemed to be a member of the clan. Equally a person who offers allegiance to the chief is recognised as a member of the clan unless the chief decides that he will not accept that person's allegiance.*


*Emphasis mine.

T.