Business Details
Trusted Solicitors & Estate Agents in Dumfries & Galloway
Established in 1871, A B & A Matthews has evolved into a trusted legal and property services firm serving Dumfries & Galloway. Our roots trace back to Andrew Baird Matthews, whose legacy of client-focused service continues through three generations of family involvement and dedicated legal professionals. With offices in Dumfries, Newton Stewart, and Stranraer, we combine local expertise with comprehensive legal and estate agency services. Our team specialises in residential and commercial property transactions, wills and executries, litigation, and tax advice, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions. As a Limited Company since 2015, we maintain our commitment to excellence while adapting to modern legal practices.Our unique position as both solicitors and estate agents enables seamless property-related legal support. We prioritise personal service, leveraging our regional knowledge to assist clients across Dumfries & Galloway and beyond. Our expertise extends to agricultural law, employment advice, and inheritance planning, addressing diverse client needs. With over 150 years of experience, we remain dedicated to providing accessible, reliable legal counsel. Our clients benefit from our deep understanding of local property markets and legal frameworks.
Services
Property Marketing
Legal Work
Purchasing Property
Making a Will
Tax Advice
Highlights and features
- Established in 1871 with continuous family involvement
- Integrated legal and estate agency services under one roof
- Three regional offices covering Dumfries & Galloway
- Specialists in Scottish property law and inheritance planning
- Experienced team handling complex commercial and rural transactions
Services
Property Marketing
Our estate agency service combines local market expertise with professional property presentation. We handle residential and commercial property sales across Dumfries & Galloway. Our integrated approach ensures seamless transition between property marketing and legal conveyancing processes.
Legal Work
We provide comprehensive legal services including wills, executries, and property law. Our solicitors handle both civil and criminal litigation matters. Specialised expertise in agricultural and commercial legal transactions supports diverse client needs.
Purchasing Property
Our conveyancing team guides clients through Scottish property acquisition. Services include title examination, mortgage arrangement, and contract negotiation. We offer pre-purchase advice and post-transaction support including insurance and tax registration.
Making a Will
We create tailored wills considering inheritance tax implications and family circumstances. Services include executor appointment guidance and residue distribution planning. Clients receive secure will storage and codicil amendments when required.
Tax Advice
Our tax specialists provide guidance on inheritance, capital gains, and income tax matters. We help clients structure their affairs to minimise liabilities while maintaining compliance. Particular focus on property-related tax implications and business succession planning.
Questions
What services does A B & A Matthews offer?
We provide legal services including property transactions, wills, litigation, and tax advice, alongside estate agency services for property sales.
How can I purchase property in Scotland through your firm?
Our conveyancing team assists with property viewings, offers, legal checks, and transaction completion. We guide clients through the unique Scottish property purchase process.
Do you offer will drafting services?
Yes, we create legally sound wills considering inheritance tax, executor appointments, and asset distribution preferences.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We provide written fee quotations on request, detailing our charges and associated outlays for legal services.
How do you handle property transactions differently?
Our integrated solicitor-estate agent model streamlines property sales, combining marketing expertise with legal conveyancing under one roof.
Can you assist with rural property purchases?
Yes, our team has extensive experience with agricultural properties and rural land transactions across Dumfries & Galloway.
