Business Details
Trusted Solicitors in Inverness
Established in 1829, we are a distinguished independent firm of solicitors and estate agents operating across Forres, Nairn, and Inverness. Our long-standing tradition of excellence spans over 190 years, serving clients throughout the North of Scotland and beyond. We combine deep local knowledge with expertise in complex legal areas typically handled by larger city firms. Our services encompass property law, conveyancing, wills, court representation, commercial law, employment law, tax planning, trusts, rural issues, land development, planning, environmental law, renewable energy, and alternative dispute resolution.We pride ourselves on delivering tailored, accessible, and cost-effective services while maintaining professional excellence. Our team includes specialists with decades of experience, many of whom hold additional qualifications in mediation and lecturing. We serve corporate clients, charitable foundations, and private individuals, offering integrated legal and estate agency solutions through our dedicated property shops. Our commitment to innovation ensures we remain responsive to evolving legal landscapes while preserving the personal service our clients expect.
Services
Property Law
Estate Agency
Commercial Law
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Land Development
Renewable Energy
Trusts & Wills
Family Law
Planning & Environment
Highlights and features
- Established in 1829 with unparalleled experience in Scottish legal matters
- Integrated legal and estate agency services under one roof
- Specialists in rural law, renewable energy, and commercial litigation
- Dedicated property shops in Forres and Nairn with local expertise
- Award-winning mediators and dispute resolution specialists
Services
Property Law
We handle all aspects of residential and commercial property transactions, including conveyancing, farm sales, crofting issues, and development land acquisitions. Our solicitors provide expert guidance on title investigations, property disputes, and rural property matters. With dedicated property shops in Forres and Nairn, we offer seamless legal and estate agency services for buyers and sellers across northern Scotland.
Estate Agency
Our estate agency service combines local market knowledge with legal expertise to deliver efficient property transactions. We market residential and commercial properties throughout the North of Scotland, offering valuation advice, marketing strategies, and transaction management. Our integrated approach with in-house legal services ensures smoother conveyancing processes for clients.
Commercial Law
We advise businesses on corporate structures, mergers and acquisitions, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. Our expertise covers partnerships, limited companies, and limited liability partnerships. We provide strategic legal support for business owners across various sectors including agriculture, renewable energy, and property development.
Dispute Resolution
We help clients resolve disputes through mediation and litigation in sheriff courts, the Court of Session, and specialist tribunals. Our approach prioritises alternative dispute resolution to reduce costs and stress. We handle commercial disputes, property conflicts, and family law matters with practical legal solutions.
Renewable Energy
We specialise in legal matters related to wind, hydro, and other renewable energy projects. Our services include land acquisition, planning permissions, grid connection agreements, and regulatory compliance. With experience since the 1990s, we represent developers and landowners in renewable energy transactions across Scotland.
People
Will Cowie
Solicitor
Specialising in property law and commercial matters since joining the firm in 1994. Graduate of University of Aberdeen with extensive experience in corporate clients and charitable foundations across the Moray Firth region.
Jane Ferguson
Litigation Partner
Qualified mediator with expertise in court proceedings across Sheriff Courts and Court of Session. Specialises in employment law and dispute resolution, previously worked with Edinburgh firm W & J Burness before joining the firm.
James Hotchkis
Nairn Office Partner
Manages Nairn office with expertise in property conveyancing, family law, and business matters. Joined through merger with MacGregor & Co in 2002, bringing experience in wills, trusts, and accident claims.
Jamie Whittle
Environmental Law Specialist
Lecturer in environmental law at University of Edinburgh with expertise in planning, renewable energy, and agricultural law. Holds MSc in human ecology and works on complex land development projects.
Questions
What legal services do you offer in Inverness?
We provide property law, commercial law, family law, dispute resolution, renewable energy, and rural legal services from our Inverness office.
Do you offer integrated legal and estate agency services?
Yes, we combine legal and property services through dedicated property shops in Forres and Nairn for seamless property transactions.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our solicitors have decades of combined experience, including specialists in mediation, environmental law, and commercial litigation since the firm's 1829 founding.
Can you handle renewable energy legal matters?
Yes, we specialise in renewable energy projects including wind and hydro developments since the late 1990s across northern Scotland.
What areas do you cover?
We serve clients in Forres, Nairn, Inverness, the Moray Firth region, and throughout the North of Scotland.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide alternative dispute resolution including mediation services for commercial, property, and family law matters.
