Business Details
12 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Experts in Edinburgh
ELP Solicitors is a specialist law firm in Edinburgh formed through the merger of two long-established practices. We provide expert legal advice across property transactions, employment law, private client services, and commercial law. Our team of experienced solicitors combines deep local knowledge with a commitment to delivering tailored solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. With offices in Edinburgh West and East, we pride ourselves on offering a personal service that prioritises client needs while maintaining the highest professional standards.Our expertise spans conveyancing, wills and executries, employment law advisory services, and commercial lease negotiations. We serve clients across Edinburgh, the Lothians, and Scotland, including international clients with property interests in the region. Our fee structures are designed to offer transparency and value for money, with a focus on practical outcomes. Regulated by the Law Society of Scotland, we maintain full professional indemnity insurance to ensure client confidence in our services.
Services
Conveyancing
Employment Law
Wills & Executries
Commercial Leases
Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of combined experience from our specialist solicitors
- Our team provides tailored legal solutions for Edinburgh and Scottish clients
- We maintain transparent fee structures with no hidden costs
- Our solicitors are regulated by the Law Society of Scotland
- We combine local market knowledge with national legal expertise
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Scotland
What people say
Expert legal advice
Prompt communication
Transparent pricing
Specialist knowledge
Personal service
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions across Edinburgh and Scotland. Our conveyancing service covers sales, purchases, and remortgages with transparent pricing and dedicated solicitor support. Clients benefit from our local market expertise and efficient transaction management.
Employment Law
Our specialist employment law team advises employers and employees on contractual matters, redundancies, and workplace disputes. We provide practical guidance on HR policies, disciplinary procedures, and tribunal representation across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Wills & Executries
We offer comprehensive will-writing services and estate administration support. Our private client team helps families plan inheritances, establish powers of attorney, and manage probate processes with sensitivity and legal precision.
Commercial Leases
We advise businesses on commercial lease agreements, rent reviews, and property disputes. Our solicitors ensure clear contractual terms for office spaces, retail units, and industrial premises across Edinburgh's business districts.
Powers of Attorney
We help clients establish financial and welfare powers of attorney to plan for future incapacity. Our team ensures these critical documents meet Scottish legal requirements while protecting clients' interests.
People
Duncan McFadzean
Employment Law Specialist
With over 20 years' experience, Duncan advises businesses and individuals on employment law matters. He specialises in workplace disputes, contract negotiations, and HR policy development for Edinburgh-based companies.
Laura McFadzean
Private Client Solicitor
Laura focuses on wills, executries, and powers of attorney. She helps families plan estates and manage inheritance matters with discretion and legal expertise across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Bob Arbuthnott
Conveyancing Solicitor
Bob leads property transactions for the firm. His expertise covers residential and commercial conveyancing, with particular knowledge of Edinburgh's property market and legal requirements.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on conveyancing, employment law, private client services (wills and estates), and commercial leases. Our Edinburgh solicitors have specialist expertise in these core areas.
Do you offer fixed fee services?
Yes, we provide transparent pricing packages for many services including conveyancing, wills, and employment law consultations. Full details appear on our website.
How experienced is your employment law team?
Our employment law specialists have over 20 years' combined experience advising Edinburgh businesses and employees on contracts, disputes, and tribunal cases.
Can you help with property sales across Scotland?
While based in Edinburgh, we handle property transactions throughout Scotland with dedicated solicitor support for buyers, sellers, and landlords.
Are your legal fees transparent?
We guarantee no hidden costs. All fees are clearly explained upfront with options for fixed-fee or transparent hourly rates depending on your needs.
Do you provide commercial lease advice?
Yes, we advise businesses on commercial lease agreements, renewals, and disputes. Our solicitors ensure clear terms and protect your property interests.
Reviews (7)
Kenny Walker
Oct 26, 2021
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Have recently bought 2 properties. Laura and Lisbeth Ann were great help through the process and made it all simple and easy. I highly recommend this company.
Stewart Black
Jul 14, 2021
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From initial contact regarding the purchase and sale of our property, ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan Solicitors have been very professional. Paul handled the purchase of our new home, Tracy organised the sale of our home and a special mention to Angela who kept us updated regularly via phone and email throughout the selling process, she also answered, or checked with colleagues any questions we had and got back to us quickly. Angela made the selling process seamless. We would defiantly recommend ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan for their outstanding customer service. Special thanks to Paul, Tracy & Angela for all their help.
Ml M.
Dec 15, 2020
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Highly recommended. I've used ELP since 2007 and they are great people, genuinely focused on helping people find the best solution for them. Barbara Watson for wills, trusts and power of attorney. Laura McFadzean for property buying and selling.
David Immanuel
Dec 03, 2020
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They were quick and responsive. We made a number of unsuccessful offers, however they didn't charge any. They were explicit and no hidden charges. Laura McFadzean was our primary Solicitor, We've also worked with Brittany Campion. Our offer was accepted with a condition to close the deal in 29 calendar days. They worked very swiftly in every part of transaction. We are the 1st time buyers, we were not completely aware of process. We closed the deal on time. Overall we had wonderful experience in working with them. I would strongly recommend ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan Solicitors For my friends and family
Helen Fitzgibbon
Sep 15, 2020
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I highly recommend this firm for property sales. Glynis managed the marketing and sale and Laura the conveyancing. They are professional, very prompt with all communication give strong advice and managed my Trinity sale whilst I was stuck in Australia. The fees are transparent and great value.
Hayleigh Booth
Jun 14, 2020
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Catherine and her team were brilliant when we were buying our first home recently. The whole process felt seamless and Catherine was always helpful and informative and kept us in the loop at all times. Honestly, thank you so much, for making what was a huge step for us feel easy.
Julie Oszczypala
Dec 30, 2019
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Great firm of solicitors. Had some wills and power of attorney done here by Barbara who was very easy to talk to and gave us great advice. Would definitely recommend.