Ramsay & Co

Business Details

21 Years

experience

Trusted Legal Services in Glasgow

Established in 2005, Ramsay & Co & Co Solicitors has served the Maryhill area of Glasgow with professional legal expertise for over 19 years. Our practice specialises in Wills, Powers of Attorney, Notary Public services, and estate administration, with a strong focus on accessibility and client comfort. We maintain membership with the Law Society of Scotland and are registered to provide Legal Aid through the Scottish Legal Aid Board. Our team offers free initial consultations, both in-office and via home visits, to ensure legal support remains accessible for all clients, including those in care homes.

With native language support in Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian, we bridge communication barriers to deliver tailored legal solutions. Our solicitor brings over two decades of local legal experience, previously specialising in criminal defence and family law before focusing on property and estate matters to align with community needs.

Services

Wills Power of Attorney Notary Public Executries Guardianship Orders Conveyancing Matrimonial Law Legal Aid Estate Agency International Notary

Details

Year established: 2005

Highlights and features

We offer free initial consultations with no obligation
Our team provides home visits for housebound clients
We maintain an established relationship with local care homes
Our solicitor brings over 20 years of local legal expertise
We provide multilingual support in Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian

Associations and certifications

Law Society of Scotland
Scottish Legal Aid Board

What people say

Friendly Approachable Patient Clear on costs No hesitation in recommending

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Services

Wills

We specialise in creating legally sound Wills to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Our service helps clients protect their legacy, reduce administrative burdens for loved ones, and provide peace of mind through clear estate planning. With over 19 years of local experience, we guide clients through the process with professional care and attention to detail.

Power of Attorney

Our practice prepares and registers Powers of Attorney to ensure your affairs are managed according to your preferences if you become incapacitated. We advise on continuing and welfare powers, help select appropriate attorneys, and ensure documents meet legal requirements. Our service includes certificate preparation and registration with the Office of the Public Guardian for complete legal compliance.

Notary Public

We provide notarial services for domestic and international document verification, including oaths, affidavits, and legalisations. Our multilingual team handles foreign language documents through native speakers in Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian. We assist with apostille certification and document validation for use abroad, ensuring compliance with international legal standards and foreign government requirements.

Executries

We manage estate administration processes following bereavement, including court documentation, asset collection, and distribution to beneficiaries. Our service simplifies complex probate procedures through experienced handling of Confirmation applications and tax considerations. We provide clear guidance throughout the process to reduce stress for executors and ensure proper legal execution.

Legal Aid

Registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board, we offer eligible clients access to funded legal services. Our practice ensures financial barriers don't prevent access to justice through proper Legal Aid applications. We advise on eligibility criteria and manage funded cases across our service areas while maintaining the same high standard of professional representation.

People

Mike Ramsay

Solicitor & Practice Owner

Glasgow-born solicitor with over 20 years' local legal experience, specialising in property and estate law since establishing Ramsay & Co & Co in 2005. Graduated from Glasgow University with an Honours degree and Diploma in Legal Practice.

Questions

What legal services do you specialise in?

We focus on Wills, Powers of Attorney, Notary Public services, estate administration, and conveyancing, with additional expertise in matrimonial law and Legal Aid provision.

Do you offer home visits for legal consultations?

Yes, we provide home visits for clients who cannot attend our office, particularly housebound individuals and residents of local care homes.

Can you assist with international document notarisation?

Our team offers notarial services for international documents, including foreign language verification through native speakers in Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian.

How can I access Legal Aid services?

We are registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board and can assess your eligibility for funded services during your free initial consultation.

What areas do you serve from your Maryhill office?

We primarily serve Maryhill, North Glasgow, and West Glasgow, with convenient access to Byres Road and the city's western districts.

Do you provide multilingual legal support?

Yes, our practice includes native speakers of Polish, Ukrainian, and Russian to assist clients facing language barriers.

Reviews (5)

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Claire

Nov 01, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Extremely professional service. Would highly recommend to anyone requiring letters or notaries. All work completed to a high standard within a efficient time frame.

Yousif Muhsin

Oct 10, 2021 Report

Critical:Professionalism
Most unprofessional lawyers on this street , plenty of others to choose from whos are much better value and much better mannered .

Tom Mole

Nov 16, 2019 Report

Top service - conscientious and took time to get paperwork reviewed and right first time. Friendly, Excellent value and trustworthy. Cant recommend highly enough. Thank you!

Cristina Garcia

Aug 04, 2019 Report

I had to notarize several documents related to my degree and Mr Ramsay was very helpful. He gave me and my friends a good discount and even guided us in the whole process of document legalization we had to do after. Totally recommended, He is very efficient and kind.

Katerina Frolova

Aug 28, 2018 Report

Very professional service. I was able to notarize all the documents documents I needed. Also I got a professional letter prepared in advance for notarization regarding an issue I had. Help is provided if documents are in a foreign language. I was also given a good advice on apostille. Would highly recommend this service to anyone who needs their documents notarized professionally.