Business Details
Your Trusted Solicitors in Lanark
Davidson & Shirley Solicitors have been delivering innovative legal solutions since 1867, rooted in the historic town of Lanark. Our firm combines a local ethos with nationwide expertise, serving clients across Scotland, the UK, and internationally. With two highly respected directors, James Robertson and William Tennant, we offer tailored legal advice grounded in over 150 years of collective experience. Our cross-disciplinary approach ensures clients receive pragmatic solutions in areas such as conveyancing, family law, criminal defence, and agricultural law. We prioritise direct client relationships, maintaining a commitment to transparency, ethical practice, and achieving optimal outcomes.Our team's deep understanding of both local and national legal landscapes enables efficient navigation of complex cases. Recognised for our client-centric philosophy, we provide accessible services with disabled access to our offices. With expertise spanning commercial, residential, and rural law, we remain a trusted advisor to families and businesses alike. Our longevity reflects a dedication to evolving with legal challenges while preserving traditional values of integrity and personal service. This heritage positions us as a respected authority in Scottish legal practice.
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Family Law
Criminal Defence
Agricultural Law
Wills & Estates
Commercial Law
Road Traffic Defence
Renewables Law
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of combined legal expertise since 1867
- Our directors specialise in cross-disciplinary legal solutions
- We maintain direct client relationships with transparent communication
- We offer tailored advice for complex property and family law cases
- Our local knowledge spans Central Scotland's legal landscapes
Services
Residential Conveyancing
Our conveyancing service ensures smooth property transactions for buyers and sellers across Scotland. We handle all aspects including home reports, mortgage discharge, and legal documentation. With local market knowledge and Law Society insurance, we provide expert guidance from initial offer to completion.
Family Law
We manage family law matters with sensitivity, including divorce proceedings, custody arrangements, and prenuptial agreements. Our solicitors prioritise clients' interests while navigating complex emotional and legal challenges. Services cover separation agreements, maintenance arrangements, and child welfare matters.
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence team represents clients facing charges in Scottish courts. We specialise in road traffic offences, fraud allegations, and domestic disputes. Services include police station representation, bail condition guidance, and court proceedings for both summary and solemn cases.
Agricultural Law
We provide specialist legal advice for agricultural businesses covering land purchases, lease agreements, and rural disputes. Our expertise includes farmhouse developments, subsidy compliance, and renewable energy projects on farmland across Lanarkshire and Central Scotland.
Wills & Estates
Our wills and estates service helps clients with inheritance tax planning, power of attorney arrangements, and executry administration. We offer cross-generational advice on asset protection, care home cost planning, and complex estate settlements.
People
James Robertson
Director
With over 30 years' experience at Lanark Sheriff Court, James specialises in family law and criminal defence. He leads complex cases with strategic expertise, maintaining a strong focus on client advocacy and practical legal solutions.
William Tennant
Director
William brings extensive commercial and agricultural law expertise to the firm. His practice focuses on rural property transactions and business law, combining traditional legal values with modern commercial awareness for clients across Scotland.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in residential conveyancing, family law, criminal defence, agricultural law, wills & estates, and commercial law.
How long have you been operating in Lanark?
We've provided legal services in Lanark since our founding in 1867 by Hugh Davidson and John Shirley.
Do you offer disabled access?
Yes, our Lanark offices provide wheelchair access to ensure accessibility for all clients.
What regions do you cover?
We serve clients in Lanark, Biggar, Carluke, and across Central Scotland including Glasgow and Ayrshire.
