Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Legal Services in Hamilton
Stodarts Solicitors & Notaries have been delivering expert legal advice in Hamilton for over a century. Our team of highly skilled solicitors specialises in residential and commercial property law, family law, wills and estates, and notary services. With a commitment to combining modern legal practices with traditional values, we provide tailored solutions for individuals and businesses. Our solicitors, including recognised experts like Alan Bayley and Ruth McCall, have authored legal publications and serve in judicial roles, demonstrating deep industry expertise.We prioritise client relationships, offering Legal Aid where appropriate and maintaining transparent communication throughout every case. This enduring dedication to quality and client satisfaction has made us a trusted choice for generations of families and businesses in South Lanarkshire.
Services
Residential Property
Family Law
Wills and Estates
Commercial Property
Notary Public
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We have provided legal services in Hamilton for over 100 years
- Our solicitors combine academic expertise with practical experience
- We offer Legal Aid where appropriate to ensure accessible legal support
- Our team includes published legal authors and judicial office holders
- We maintain direct client communication throughout every case
What people say
Highly recommended
Professional and friendly service
Excellent communication
Prompt and comprehensive answers
First class service
Services
Residential Property
Our residential property service handles all aspects of buying, selling, and remortgaging homes. We manage title transfers, lease agreements, and legal documentation with precision. Clients benefit from our extensive experience in Scottish property law and dedicated solicitor support throughout the transaction process.
Family Law
We specialise in financial separation, divorce proceedings, and child custody arrangements. Our solicitors provide sensitive guidance on pre-nuptial agreements, adoption orders, and cohabitation claims. We prioritise amicable resolutions while maintaining robust court representation when required, with particular expertise in Scottish family law.
Wills and Estates
Our wills and estates service covers testamentary drafting, power of attorney arrangements, and estate administration. We assist with guardianship appointments, trust management, and inheritance tax considerations. Clients receive clear advice on protecting assets and ensuring legal validity of their wishes.
Commercial Property
We handle commercial property transactions including purchases, sales, and lease agreements. Our service covers development projects, buy-to-let portfolios, and business premises legal requirements. Clients benefit from our understanding of both property law and commercial business needs.
Notary Public
Our notary public service authenticates documents for international use. We verify identities, witness signatures, and legalise documents according to foreign jurisdiction requirements. This service supports clients with overseas property transactions, business dealings, and personal documentation needs.
People
Alan Bayley
Senior Partner
Specialising in property and family law with extensive judicial experience. Co-author of 'Financial Provision on Divorce' and part-time judge with UK Social Security Tribunal.
Ruth McCall
Partner
Family law specialist with Children's Panel experience. Co-author of legal publications and court-appointed child welfare reporter. Qualified since 1998 with Glasgow University background.
Joanne Hogg
Partner
Notary Public and family law expert. Handles wills, guardianships, and mental health tribunal cases. Member of Family Law Association with Strathclyde University qualifications.
Lyndsey Murphy
Associate
Specialises in mental health law and conveyancing. Qualified since 2008 with expertise in adult incapacity cases and family law matters.
Vanessa Peto
Associate
Recent Strathclyde graduate focusing on family law and wills. Provides client-focused solutions for property transactions and estate planning needs.
Questions
How long has Stodarts been providing legal services?
Stodarts has delivered legal services in Hamilton since 1925, maintaining continuous operation for over 100 years.
Do you offer legal aid for family law cases?
Yes, we provide Civil Legal Aid for eligible family law matters including divorce proceedings and child custody arrangements.
Can you assist with commercial property transactions?
Our commercial property team handles purchases, sales, leases, and development projects for business premises across Scotland.
What areas do your family law solicitors cover?
We handle all aspects of family law including financial separation, divorce, cohabitation claims, child residence, and pre-nuptial agreements.
Are your notary services available for international documents?
Yes, our notary public authenticates documents for international use including property transactions and business agreements abroad.
Reviews (5)
Craig Tinto
Mar 25, 2022
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We used Stodarts when buying our first home and they were absolutely brilliant with us. Barry was great with us constantly keeping us up to date with how things were progressing and always answered any questions we had. We won't hesitate to go with Stodarts again should we move again in the future.
C. Osborne
Mar 10, 2022
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Great service from Barry at Stodarts. Communication was excellent throughout the selling process. A professional but friendly approach was taken by him. Thank you for all of your help.
Sarah Oddie
Feb 17, 2022
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Professional, reliable and friendly. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I felt in safe hands and the service I received was amazing. Would definitely recommend using Stodarts if you are looking for great solicitors and professional, friendly service.
Ross Alexander
Feb 03, 2022
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I used Stodarts recently to handle the legals of a recent flat sale. They handled everything and were always keeping me up to date with the process and what they required from me. Always there if I had any questions and generally a pleasure to deal with. They made everything really easy and simple saw out the process smoothly.
Derek Campbell
Nov 21, 2021
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Professional expertise from the start. Lewis Dobbie in particular has been a pleasure to deal with. Attentive with constant communication and helpful information along the way. Would recommend Stodarts and Lewis in particular to anyone looking for any sort of legal guidance.
