Business Details
15 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Award-Winning Legal Representation in Scotland
At Duncan & McConnell, we are dedicated to delivering expert, client-focused legal advice across criminal, family, and employment law. Established in Dundee in 2011 and expanding to Edinburgh in 2022, our firm combines over a decade of experience with a modern, transparent approach to legal services. Led by partners David Duncan and Douglas McConnell, our team of solicitors and trainees provides tailored representation in courts and tribunals across Scotland, prioritising direct communication and 24/7 availability.We pride ourselves on transparency in fees, offering fixed-rate options and clear cost discussions before engagement. Recognised as Criminal Law Firm of the Year 2023 by the Scottish Legal Awards, our commitment to results-driven advocacy ensures clients receive strategic support for even the most complex cases.
Services
Criminal Defence
Family Law
Employment Law
Road Traffic Offences
Settlement Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 direct access to solicitors for urgent cases.
- Our team includes Criminal Law Firm of the Year 2023 recipients.
- Transparent fee structures with no hidden costs or surprises.
- Specialist representation in criminal, family, and employment law courts nationwide.
- Fixed-fee options and Legal Aid availability for cost-conscious clients.
Associations and certifications
- Scottish Legal Awards
What people say
Outstanding solicitor
Superb service
Highly recommend
Kept informed throughout
Achieved best outcome
Services
Criminal Defence
We defend individuals and businesses against all criminal allegations, from minor offences to serious fraud and murder. Our team appears daily in Scottish courts, prioritising client rights and minimising case impact. With 24/7 availability, we provide immediate representation at police stations and courts across Dundee, Edinburgh, and nationwide.
Family Law
Specialising in divorce, child custody, and cohabitation agreements, we offer compassionate legal support during emotionally challenging times. Services include mediation, court representation, and Legal Aid eligibility assessments. Our free initial consultation helps clients understand options while maintaining cost transparency throughout proceedings.
Employment Law
We handle employment disputes including unfair dismissal, discrimination, and settlement agreements. Our team ensures clients understand contractual rights and negotiate favourable terms. With urgent 24-hour response times, we specialise in time-sensitive cases like redundancy and whistleblowing protections across Scottish workplaces.
Road Traffic Offences
Our specialists contest driving offences to protect licences and prevent insurance premium increases. We present technical defences for special reasons or exceptional hardship, appearing in courts across Dundee, Edinburgh, and Scotland. Clients benefit from local area expertise and cost-effective representation to avoid disqualification.
Settlement Agreements
We negotiate fair exit terms for employment disputes, including unfair dismissal and redundancy. With 24-hour turnaround guarantees, our solicitors ensure clients understand contractual implications while securing optimal financial and reputational outcomes. Services cover discrimination claims, TUPE transfers, and maternity rights protections.
People
David Duncan
Director
LLB-qualified solicitor with over a decade of criminal and family law expertise. Recognised for achieving favourable outcomes in high-profile cases while maintaining client-focused advocacy.
Douglas McConnell
Director
Award-winning criminal law specialist with extensive courtroom experience. Leads complex cases with a focus on client rights protection and strategic defence planning across Scotland.
Kyra Strachan
Solicitor
Employment law expert known for rapid response times and successful workplace dispute resolutions. Specialises in settlement agreements and discrimination claims with a compassionate approach.
Callum McCormack
Trainee Solicitor
Emerging talent in criminal defence with a focus on procedural fairness. Praised for meticulous case preparation and client support during lengthy legal processes.
Laura Greig
Office Manager
Ensures seamless operational support for legal teams, managing client communications and case logistics with over 8 years of administrative expertise in high-pressure law environments.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on criminal defence, family law, employment disputes, road traffic offences, and settlement agreements across Scotland.
Are your fees transparent?
Yes. We provide clear cost breakdowns before work begins, including fixed-fee options and Legal Aid eligibility assessments.
Can I get emergency legal assistance?
Our 24/7 service ensures immediate representation at police stations and courts for urgent criminal or family law matters.
Do you operate outside Dundee and Edinburgh?
We represent clients in courts across Scotland, including Forfar, Perth, and all major Scottish jurisdictions.
How quickly can I meet a solicitor?
We aim to meet employment law clients within 24 hours and provide immediate phone/email consultations for all cases.
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Reviews (7)
Louise Thom
Dec 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I had the pleasure of being represented by Kym Samson, she is a great solicitor, very professional and responsive. She has been able to wrap up a very lengthy case in the matter of a couple of months. Would highly recommend .
I had the pleasure of being represented by Kym Samson, she is a great solicitor, very professional and responsive. She has been able to wrap up a very lengthy case in the matter of a couple of months. Would highly recommend .
Gav Jackson
Dec 19, 2021
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After a long year and a half with a case pending i can now finally move on with my life the service i recieved from doug, lisa and hannah was something else from day one doug told me he'd have my back and true to his word he did even lisa and hannah had my bk too. Without them i wouldnt of stood a chance. Anyone needs a lawyer then this is where to go. 5 stars aint enough they deserve 10
Andrew Thompson
Dec 15, 2021
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I highly recommend Kym Samson, who dealt with my family legal matters. I received good advice, regular and prompt updates about how the case was progressing and achieved a good result in court. A good service was provided at a reasonable price.
Thomas Gerard
Dec 07, 2021
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These guys were absolutely fantastic to deal with. I was communicated with from the start to the end and with Doug's help was granted exceptional hardship and as a result was able to keep my drivers license. I seriously thought this was impossible but these guys made it happen. Thanks for all your amazing help! Would definitely recommend without question.
Nathan Cassidy
Oct 26, 2021
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I had the pleasure of being represented by Kym Samson, who was extremely responsive, diligent and hard-working. Kym was happy to answer any queries I had, regardless of how busy she was, and kept in constant contact throughout the case providing great advice and service from start to finish. I'd absolutely recommend Kym as a friendly, approachable, and capable solicitor.
Lori Cowan
Oct 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness,Value
Holly Morrison was absolutely fantastic! We called up needing urgent legal assistance and she went above and beyond to help us. Kept in regular contact and was there to answer any questions we had too! Very professional and very caring also, which made us feel more at ease.
Holly Morrison was absolutely fantastic! We called up needing urgent legal assistance and she went above and beyond to help us. Kept in regular contact and was there to answer any questions we had too! Very professional and very caring also, which made us feel more at ease.
Jack Pryor
Jul 05, 2021
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Duncan and McConnell were able to communicate, and fight for me in court at a very fair rate. Cant say how much I would recommend them going forward. Thanks!
