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The 16 Best Divorce Solicitors & Family Lawyers in Edinburgh

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Brian Rooney

Rooney Family Law     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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5.0 score
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21 reviews
Co-founder of this specialist family law firm and an accredited family law specialist by The Law Society of Scotland, Brian is a highly competent family lawyer and divorce solicitor who prides himself on building relationships with his clients. With vast experience and knowledge, he offers advice and representation on...
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Their communication was swift, and in the manner that I preferred Amazing service from start to finish I found Brian to be personable, knowledgeable and straightforward
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Grant Knight

TC Young     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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22 reviews
Grant is one of the area’s leading family law practitioners and is accredited by The Law Society of Scotland. With over 30 years of civil court experience, practising principally in the Sheriff Court and also regularly instructed in Court of Session actions, he deals with complex financial issues arising...
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Grant brought my divorce to a quick and successful outcome Highly recommend this firm of solicitors Fantastic company, very reassured after initial meeting
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Fiona Rasmusen

Gibson Kerr     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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32 reviews
A highly regarded and well-respected legal expert, Fiona has gained a reputation for family law excellence, and has over 26 years' experience working on complex and technical cases. Heading up the firm’s Family Law team, she provides advice on all family law matters both in relation to litigation and...
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Felt supported and taken care of Helpful and professional staff The world needs more people like Fiona
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Lucy Metcalf

Thorntons Solicitors     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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39 reviews
Noted for her family law expertise in The Legal 500 and described in the 2024 edition of Chambers UK as “experienced and able” and “always fights her clients’ corner strongly”, Lucy is a Partner and accredited specialist in family law. She offers advice to a variety of clients, involving...
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Prompt action delivered Very friendly and helpful Brilliant from start to finish

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Rachael Kelsey

SKO Family Law     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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9 reviews
One of the most esteemed family experts in Scotland and Founding Partner of this specialist family law firm, Rachael is described as "the doyenne of Scots family law" and "a formidable authority on family law". She is recognised as a 'Hall of Fame' family lawyer in The Legal 500,...
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Cath Karlin

Cath Karlin Family Law     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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12 reviews
At the forefront of family law for over 25 years, Cath commands huge respect as a family law specialist and is founder of this niche family law firm. Priding herself on her ability to offer a supportive, sensitive and holistic approach to her cases, Cath advises on the full...
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Staff are also really helpful on the rare occasion you can’t speak to Cath Empathy, knowledge and support She was really easy to talk to and very responsive

Nina Taylor

Lindsays     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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35 reviews
A talented all-rounder and Partner in the firm, Nina has significant experience within family law and can undertake a range of family and matrimonial cases. Her 25 year career has seen her receive accreditation from The Law Society of Scotland, as well as membership to the Family Law Association...
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Danielle Edgar

Anderson Strathern     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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4.8 score
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43 reviews
Offering no-nonsense, sensible advice to her clients, Danielle is a highly experienced family solicitor and Partner at this reputable law firm. She holds a double accreditation from The Law Society of Scotland as a specialist in both family law and child law with considerable experience in child arrangement disputes,...
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Very professional law firm, would highly recommend them Couldn't recommend any higher, highest standards throughout the business

Beverley Johnson

Johnson Legal Family Law     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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24 reviews
With a 25 year career practising exclusively in family law, Beverley is recognised as an expert in her field and is a Director and Head of the Family Team at this specialist family law firm. She assists with a range of family cases including residence, contact and relocation of...
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Excellent advice in an extremely professional manner Whole process was easy to follow from beginning to end They have done a lot to support me through a very difficult time

Mohammed Sabir

MBS Solicitors     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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4.7 score
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99 reviews
Founder of this thriving local firm, Mohammed (“Ali”) regularly advises on cohabitation, divorce, international child abduction and relocation matters. He has extensive experience of dealing with high value financial cases using either collaborative practice or, if appropriate, the Sheriff Court or the Court of Session working alongside experienced experts....
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One of the best solicitors in Edinburgh One of the top in Scotland One of the kind

Jacqueline Stroud

Brodies     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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4.3 score
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28 reviews
Highly regarded for her calm nature, as well as the care and sympathetic approach she offers, Jacqueline is a popular choice for clients facing relationship breakdown. Representing a range of clients for over 21 years, she is a Partner and Head of the Family Team and can provide assistance...
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Always efficient, and keeping me informed at every step Jacqueline & her team helped & guided me through the most difficult of times Professional service, very helpful

Lesley Gordon

BTO Solicitors     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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15 reviews
Ranked in the 2023 edition of Chambers UK and recognised as a ‘Leading Individual’ in The Legal 500, Lesley is considered as one of the foremost family law experts in Edinburgh. Described as “sensitive to clients’ needs” and “faultless” in her approach, she has specialised in family law for...
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Lynn Harrison

Beveridge & Kellas     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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4.6 score
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76 reviews
Boasting more than 30 years’ experience in family law, Lynn is a trusted professional who works closely with her clients to help them resolve their matrimonial and relationship breakdown issues. Partner and Head of the Family Law team, she brings a wealth of litigation experience to her role advising...
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First class service Very friendly and extremely helpful I would highly recommend this firm

Lucia Clark

Morton Fraser     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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4.6 score
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88 reviews
A Partner in the Family Law team, an accredited family law specialist and a trained mediator, Lucia is held in high regard for her expertise and knowledge in the field of family law. Representing a broad range of clients, she has particular expertise in resolving complex financial disputes and...
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Great advice, great service Friendly and helpful Great communication, everything clearly explained

Gillian Crandles

Turcan Connell     Edinburgh
Serving Clients in Edinburgh

This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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3.8 score
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8 reviews
A Managing Partner who is held in high esteem by clients, colleagues and legal professionals, Gillian is an accredited family law specialist by The Law Society of Scotland and the only family lawyer in Scotland to be recognised as an 'Eminent Practitioner' by Chambers UK. She has particular expertise...
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Practical help and assistance 100 percent is a reliable good law firm Would recommend

Lynne Stratford

Drummond Miller     Edinburgh
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This family law solicitor is able to advise and represent clients in the Edinburgh area.

    

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4.0 score
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28 reviews
Partner and Head of the Family Law Team, Lynne brings over 15 years’ experience to her varied caseload involving complex financial provision and divorce cases, cohabitation disputes, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, and children matters. Accredited by The Law Society of Scotland as a specialist in family law,...
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Helpful, good communication and advice Very professional staff Would recommend

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