Business Details
Trusted Legal Services in Dunfermline
Stevenson & Marshall, established in 1888, has served clients from its Dunfermline office since 1931. Our firm combines traditional values with modern legal practices, delivering high standards across property, family law, lifetime legal planning, business law, and court representation. With generations of local families relying on our expertise, we prioritise client relationships and adapt to evolving legal needs. Our team of solicitors provides tailored solutions for individuals and businesses, ensuring clarity and accessibility in all legal matters.We maintain a strong commitment to community engagement, demonstrated through initiatives like our Will Aid fundraising. As a Solicitors for the Elderly accredited practice, we specialise in supporting clients through later-life planning. Our longevity reflects our dedication to resolving complex legal challenges while maintaining the personal service that distinguishes family solicitors.
Services
Property Law
Family Law
Wills and Trusts
Business Law
Lifetime Legal
Conveyancing
Powers of Attorney
Executries
Guardianship
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- Established in 1888 with deep local legal expertise
- Full-service law firm covering all major legal areas
- Solicitors for the Elderly accredited specialists
- Experienced team handling complex legal challenges
- Client-focused approach with clear, accessible advice
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors for the Elderly
Services
Property Law
Our property law services cover residential and commercial transactions, including purchases, sales, and lease agreements. We handle title investigations, mortgage arrangements, and legal documentation for developments. Clients benefit from our local expertise in Fife's property market and efficient transaction management from initial offer to completion.
Family Law
We provide compassionate family law support for relationship breakdowns, divorce proceedings, and child custody arrangements. Our services include parenting plans, financial settlements, and protection orders. The team specialises in resolving disputes through negotiation or court representation while prioritising clients' emotional and legal needs during challenging times.
Wills and Trusts
Our wills and trusts service ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimising tax liabilities. We create tailored estate plans, establish trusts for vulnerable beneficiaries, and update documents to reflect life changes. Clients receive clear guidance on inheritance tax planning and business succession strategies.
Business Law
We support businesses with formation, contracts, employment law, and commercial property matters. Services include drafting partnership agreements, handling debt recovery, and advising on regulatory compliance. Our clients benefit from practical legal solutions tailored to their industry-specific needs and growth objectives.
Lifetime Legal
This service covers powers of attorney, guardianship orders, and advance medical directives. We help clients plan for future incapacity through legally binding documents that protect their interests. Our accredited specialists provide reassurance through comprehensive legal frameworks for long-term care and asset management.
People
Andrew Weatherley
Wills and Trusts Specialist
Andrew specialises in wills, trusts and estate planning with over 20 years' experience in private client law. He focuses on creating tailored succession plans for families and business owners.
Andrew Brown
Commercial Law Partner
Andrew leads our business law department, advising companies on commercial contracts, property transactions and employment law matters. He has particular expertise in supporting SMEs through growth phases.
Jenny Simpson
Family Law Solicitor
Jenny specialises in family law with emphasis on child custody arrangements and divorce settlements. She advocates for collaborative solutions while maintaining readiness for court representation when necessary.
Ashleigh Morton
Property Law Solicitor
Ashleigh handles residential and commercial property transactions, specialising in complex conveyancing matters. She provides clear guidance on property development legalities and lease agreements.
Questions
What areas of law does Stevenson and Marshall specialise in?
We specialise in property law, family law, lifetime legal planning, business law, and court representation across central Scotland.
Can you help with creating a will during the pandemic?
Yes, we continue to assist with will creation through socially distanced consultations and digital document handling while maintaining legal validity.
Do you offer conveyancing services for property sales?
Yes, our property team provides full conveyancing services for residential and commercial property transactions in Fife and surrounding areas.
What is Lifetime Legal planning?
Lifetime Legal covers wills, powers of attorney, guardianship, trusts, and tax planning to protect your assets and future interests.
Are you accredited for elderly client services?
Yes, we hold Solicitors for the Elderly accreditation, demonstrating our expertise in later-life legal planning and support.
Reviews (5)
Tom Hunter
Sep 18, 2021
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On I phone you on Saturday about Ean Marshall home in Dunfermline or I am going to see my lawyer on Monday
E. B.
Feb 27, 2021
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Beware, inicial telephone conversation is billable, you will not be informed about this. Took all my details and told me they need to see, if my case can by sorted in their practice, I was waiting for the confirmation insted I recived the bill for 386!
Please, beware before you call them.
Please, beware before you call them.
Kai Cj
Feb 07, 2021
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Brilliant solicitor, bought a property mid pandemic and Mathew and his colleagues were incredibly supportive, always quick to reply to our queries and kept us up to date with the progress. Will definitely contact them again if we ever decide to sell our house!
David Stocks
Dec 01, 2020
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I haven't used them for anything difficult, but I've upped them to a 5 star rating. They are quick to respond and all the staff I've spoken to have been friendly and attentive.
Michele Clifton
Dec 11, 2018
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I have had dealings with both family law issues and property purchases everytime receiving a perfect, professional and friendly service during all aspects of the work undertaken. Big thumbs up
