Business Details
Trusted Legal & Property Services in Elgin & Forres
Established in the late 19th century, Cockburns Solicitors & Estate Agents Solicitors & Estate Agents has built a reputation for delivering comprehensive legal and property services across Moray. Our firm combines deep-rooted local knowledge with decades of collective experience, offering tailored solutions in conveyancing, commercial leasing, family law, and estate agency. With offices in Elgin, Forres, and Grantown on Spey, we prioritise a friendly, client-focused approach over corporate pretension.Our team of qualified solicitors, paralegals, and property professionals provides expert guidance on wills, powers of attorney, court representation, and residential/commercial property transactions. We operate transparently, offering free initial consultations and home visits by arrangement to ensure accessibility for all clients.
Services
Conveyancing
Court Representation
Estate Agency
Commercial Leasing
Wills & Probate
Powers of Attorney
Notary Services
Property Valuation
Residential Sales
Legal Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer over 140 years of combined legal expertise in Moray
- Our team provides free initial consultations with no obligation
- We specialise in both legal services and local property market insights
- Home visits available for client convenience
- Experienced paralegals support solicitors in all core services
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions with precision. Our solicitors manage title searches, contract negotiations, and completion processes for buyers and sellers. Clients benefit from dedicated paralegal support and fixed-fee pricing options.
Court Representation
Our legal team provides robust court representation in civil matters. Specialising in family law disputes and debt recovery, we combine courtroom experience with strategic advice. Clients receive clear guidance on case progression and potential outcomes.
Estate Agency
We offer comprehensive residential property services including valuation, marketing, and sales. Our local market expertise spans 16+ years with dedicated negotiators in Elgin and Forres offices handling viewings and offers.
Powers of Attorney
Our specialists draft legally binding powers of attorney and guardianship arrangements. We provide clear explanations of legal responsibilities and ensure documents meet Scottish legal requirements for future incapacity planning.
Notary Public
We authenticate documents for international use with notarisation services. This includes verifying identities, witnessing signatures, and preparing apostilles. Our notary handles both personal and commercial document requirements.
People
Colin Styles
Senior Partner
Qualified solicitor with 40+ years' experience specialising in conveyancing and commercial leasing. Leads the Forres office and has practiced local law since 1982 after graduating from Glasgow University.
David Adams
Partner
Glasgow University graduate with 14 years' Clyde coast legal experience. Specialises in family law and debt recovery while assisting with wills and power of attorney arrangements since 1998.
Ashleigh Macgregor
Solicitor
Notary public qualified in 2021 after Aberdeen University studies. Specialises in residential conveyancing and private client work from the Elgin office with modern legal practice training.
Heather Patterson
Estate Agency Manager
Property professional with 16+ years' local market experience. Previously held sales coordination roles at Robertsons of Elgin and brings advertising sector expertise to property marketing strategies.
Questions
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in conveyancing, family law, wills, powers of attorney, and commercial property transactions with additional court representation capabilities.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits by arrangement for client convenience across our service areas.
What property services do you provide?
We offer full residential property services including sales, valuations, and marketing with local market expertise across Moray.
Are initial consultations free?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations with no obligation to pursue matters further.
