Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Dundee Solicitors & Estate Agents Since 1968
Established in 1968 through the merger of two long-standing Dundee law firms, Ross Strachan has built a reputation for delivering professional legal and property services with a personal approach. Our expertise spans civil litigation, family law, conveyancing, and private client work, supported by two partners and a dedicated team with decades of combined experience. We serve clients across Tayside, Perthshire, Fife, and other regions of Scotland, offering free initial consultations and tailored fee estimates.Our commitment to accessibility includes participation in the Scottish Legal Aid Scheme for eligible clients. With offices in Dundee and a focus on local market knowledge, we prioritise client satisfaction through efficient service delivery and transparent communication.
Services
Civil litigation
Criminal law
Divorce and family law
Employment law
Executories and wills
Estate agency
Domestic conveyancing
Commercial conveyancing
Property leases
Legal aid services
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined legal expertise in Dundee and surrounding areas.
- Our partners are accredited specialists in family law and conveyancing.
- We provide free initial consultations with transparent fee estimates.
- Eligible clients can access services through the Scottish Legal Aid Scheme.
- Our local market knowledge ensures tailored solutions for property transactions.
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, separation, financial settlements, child custody disputes, and pre-nuptial agreements. With specialist accreditation since 1996, we provide court-appointed reports and tailored solutions for complex family matters. Our approach balances legal expertise with compassionate guidance to achieve client-focused outcomes.
Conveyancing
We manage residential and commercial property transactions across Dundee, Angus, and North East Fife. Our conveyancing service includes contract preparation, title checks, and completion processes. Local market knowledge ensures efficient handling of sales, purchases, and lease agreements with minimal client stress during property moves.
Wills and Executries
Our private client services cover will drafting, power of attorney arrangements, and estate administration. We help clients plan inheritances and guide executors through probate processes. Legal documents are crafted to reflect individual circumstances while ensuring compliance with Scottish succession laws and tax considerations.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in civil court cases including contract disputes, debt recovery, and property-related litigation. Our approach focuses on resolving conflicts through negotiation where possible, but we provide robust courtroom representation when necessary. Cases are handled with strategic attention to cost-effectiveness and timely resolution.
Property Sales
As part of our integrated legal and property services, we offer estate agency for residential and commercial properties. This includes valuation, marketing, and transaction management. Clients benefit from combined legal and sales expertise, with access to the Tayside Solicitors Property Centre network for enhanced market exposure.
People
Michael G Ford
Partner
Partner since 1988, Michael specialises in family law with accreditation since 1996. He handles divorce, child custody, and financial settlements, and serves as a court-appointed reporter for family cases. Also teaches civil advocacy at the University of Dundee.
Stephen M Muir
Partner
Partner since 1995, Stephen focuses on conveyancing and private client work. Qualified in 1992, he manages property transactions across Dundee, Angus, and Perthshire while handling wills and power of attorney arrangements for individual clients.
Questions
What legal services do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, civil litigation, conveyancing, and private client work including wills and executries.
Do you offer property services?
Yes, we provide estate agency services and domestic/commercial conveyancing across Dundee, Angus, and surrounding areas.
Can I access legal aid?
Eligible clients can access services through the Scottish Legal Aid Scheme – discuss your circumstances with our team.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Tayside, Perthshire, Fife, and other regions of Scotland, with particular expertise in local property markets.
