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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Aberdeen
Stronachs has been a trusted legal advisor for over 150 years, combining deep sector expertise with a client-centric approach. Our team of seasoned professionals delivers tailored solutions across corporate, energy, commercial property, and private client services, maintaining a strong commercial focus. Recognised in the Legal 500 directory as a 2025 Leading Firm, we offer a dedicated service with direct access to specialists in Aberdeen and Inverness.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in long-standing client relationships and industry recognition, including rankings in Chambers and Partners. We prioritise practical, cost-effective advice while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.
Services
Corporate Law
Energy Law
Commercial Property
Private Client Services
Dispute Resolution
Renewables
Employment Law
Family Law
Intellectual Property
Banking & Finance
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of legal experience in Scotland
- Our lawyers are individually ranked in Legal 500 directories
- We provide direct access to dedicated legal specialists
- We combine sector knowledge with commercial understanding
- We deliver cost-effective solutions with no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
- Legal 500
- Chambers and Partners
What people say
Efficient and professional service
Superior service from exceptional firm
Thorough and informed work
Excellent advice and service
Highly recommend
Services
Corporate Law
Stronachs' corporate team specialises in mergers, acquisitions, and disposals, supporting shareholders and management teams across Scotland. With expertise in private equity transactions and cross-border deals, we provide strategic advice from start-up to exit. Our lawyers combine commercial awareness with technical excellence to deliver successful outcomes for clients in diverse sectors.
Energy Law
Our energy team advises on traditional and renewable energy projects, covering upstream operations, decommissioning, and new technologies. With deep industry knowledge, we support clients in oil and gas, offshore wind, and hydrogen projects across Europe, Africa, and the Americas. We provide practical solutions for complex energy sector challenges.
Commercial Property
Stronachs' commercial property team handles acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and financing for clients across Scotland. We specialise in renewable energy projects, development sites, and licensed premises. Our integrated approach combines legal expertise with market knowledge to deliver efficient solutions for property transactions and investments.
Private Client Services
We provide comprehensive private client services including wills, trusts, and estate planning. Our specialists offer tailored advice on inheritance tax mitigation and asset protection. With a focus on long-term relationships, we help individuals and families manage their wealth with discretion and expertise.
Dispute Resolution
Our dispute resolution team handles commercial litigation, construction disputes, and insolvency matters across Scotland and the UK. With experience in court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution, we provide strategic advice to achieve commercial outcomes. The team is consistently ranked in Legal 500 for its litigation expertise.
People
James Muir
Partner, Energy
Energy law specialist with extensive experience in offshore renewables and oil and gas projects across Europe and Africa. Recognised in Legal 500 for technical expertise and client service.
Liz Stewart
Partner, Commercial Property
Commercial property expert specialising in renewable energy projects and property transactions. Advises on leases, acquisitions, and development sites across Scotland with a practical, client-focused approach.
Robert McDiarmid
Head of Dispute Resolution
Litigation expert with experience in commercial disputes, construction law, and insolvency matters. Ranked in Legal 500 for strategic legal advice and successful court outcomes.
Neil Forbes
Partner, Corporate
Corporate law specialist advising on mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions. Provides strategic guidance to businesses across Scotland with a focus on cross-border deals.
Colin Sandilands
Head of Inverness Office
Experienced commercial lawyer leading the Inverness office, specialising in property law and dispute resolution. Provides practical legal solutions to businesses and individuals in the Highlands.
Questions
What areas of law does Stronachs specialise in?
We specialise in corporate law, energy law, commercial property, private client services, dispute resolution, and renewable energy projects across Scotland and internationally.
Are Stronachs recognised in legal directories?
Yes, we are consistently ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners directories for our expertise in corporate, energy, and dispute resolution law.
Do you handle cross-border legal transactions?
Yes, our corporate team regularly manages cross-border transactions through our international legal network, supporting clients with multi-jurisdictional legal needs.
What makes Stronachs different from other law firms?
We combine sector-specific expertise with a personal service, offering direct access to specialists and cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs.
Do you offer commercial property services?
Yes, our commercial property team handles transactions, leasing, and development projects across Scotland, with expertise in renewable energy and licensed premises.
Reviews (3)
Barry Jackson
Dec 15, 2020
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Dealt with this crowd last year after a long tenancy with no missed payments or damages. I recently finished renting a property through another agency and actually felt the need to come back and leave a review. First and only time I ever lost a deposit. Cowboys.
Alison Smith
May 13, 2020
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Avoid for property rentals. Despite returning the property spick and span at the end of my rental, more than a month later I still have not had clearance to reclaim my deposit. I haven't been notified of any outstanding problems - it's all just very, very slow.
Katie Grundy
May 31, 2017
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This is the best agency I've ever rented through. I've found them to be professional, efficient and extremely helpful.
