Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Tillicoultry
Established in June 1997 by Steven Waters and Stephen Rule, our firm has built a reputation for delivering high-quality legal services with a client-centric approach. Our founders graduated from the University of Dundee and honed their expertise in Glasgow before creating a practice that combines traditional values with modern technology. We prioritise accessibility and personal service, aiming to support clients during pivotal life moments while maintaining professional excellence at reasonable costs. In 2022, Grant Storrar became a Director following his academic training at Stirling and Strathclyde Universities, ensuring continuity in our commitment to tailored legal solutions. Our team serves individuals and businesses across Central Scotland, specialising in property conveyancing, wills and executries, business law, and commercial property matters.We maintain strong local knowledge while embracing innovation to meet evolving client needs. Although Steven Waters retired in 2023, our ethos of providing a 'personal family solicitor' experience remains unchanged. We operate from our Tillicoultry office, covering Clackmannanshire and surrounding areas including Alloa, Dunblane, and Stirling. Our services extend to both private clients and commercial entities, addressing legal requirements ranging from residential property transactions to complex business agreements. This enduring focus on client welfare, combined with technical expertise, continues to define our practice in the Scottish legal landscape.
Services
Property Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Business Law
Commercial Property
Powers of Attorney
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of legal experience in Central Scotland
- Our team provides both private and business law expertise
- We maintain a personal 'family solicitor' approach to client care
- We combine traditional values with modern legal technology
- Our local knowledge spans Clackmannanshire and surrounding areas
What people say
Forever home assistance
Smooth property sale
Professional support during difficult times
Efficient probate handling
Successful lease acquisition
Services
Property Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions across Stirlingshire and Clackmannanshire. Our conveyancing specialists manage contracts, title checks, and legal transfers for buyers and sellers. With decades of local experience, we ensure smooth property transactions while maintaining clear communication throughout the process.
Wills & Probate
Our solicitors provide expert guidance on will creation, inheritance tax planning, and estate administration. We assist with powers of attorney and executry matters, helping families navigate complex legal requirements during difficult times. Our approach balances legal precision with compassionate client support.
Business Law
We advise businesses on legal matters including contracts, commercial property, and corporate restructuring. Our services cover secured lending, lease agreements, and business transfers. We provide tailored legal solutions for companies operating in Central Scotland's evolving commercial environment.
Commercial Property
We specialise in commercial conveyancing and leasing for business properties. Our solicitors handle development projects, property transfers, and secured loan arrangements. We support clients with legal requirements for commercial real estate transactions across Clackmannanshire and surrounding areas.
Powers of Attorney
We assist clients in establishing legal frameworks for decision-making authority. Our specialists guide individuals through creating financial and welfare powers of attorney, ensuring compliance with Scottish legal requirements while protecting clients' interests during incapacity.
People
Steven Waters
Founder
Co-founder with legal education from University of Dundee and Glasgow experience. Established firm in 1997 before retiring in 2023. Pioneered client-friendly legal approach combining tradition with technology.
Stephen Rule
Founder
Co-founder who qualified at University of Dundee and trained in Glasgow. Maintained firm's commitment to accessible legal services since establishment in 1997. Continues to support practice philosophy of personal client relationships.
Grant Storrar
Director
Joined firm in 2015 after studying at Stirling and Strathclyde Universities. Became Director in 2022, specialising in property and commercial law. Leads practice with focus on maintaining client-centric service standards while embracing modern legal technology.
Questions
What areas do you cover for property transactions?
We handle property conveyancing across Clackmannanshire, Stirlingshire and surrounding areas including Alloa, Dunblane and Stirling.
Can you help with business legal matters?
Yes, we provide commercial law services including contracts, property transfers and business restructuring for Scottish companies.
Do you offer will writing services?
We specialise in will creation, powers of attorney and executry administration for individuals and families.
Are you registered for legal aid?
No, we currently do not provide services under legal aid or financial assistance schemes.
What experience do your solicitors have?
Our team has over 25 years' combined experience in Scottish legal practice, with specialists in property, business and family law matters.
Reviews (4)
Annette Bruce
May 10, 2022
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Shocking service Arrived for our appointment at 10.30. no solicitor! He was on his way from Tullibody apparently. Another few minutes passed & we heard the receptionist on the phone asking if he had left yet. then I was invited to speak to the secretary on the phone, seems Mr Waters had taken I'll that morning & she didn't know what time our appointment was & did acknowledge she should have called to cancel! Yeah you should, my husband took the morning off work to attend this appointment & we travelled a fair bit to get there I'm assuming they've never heard of diaries!
Gemma Birtles
Nov 06, 2021
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Best experience ever with Grant Storrar and Jane at Watersrule. Incredibly thorough and professional throughout our recent purchase. This was our first time buying in Scotland so Grant guided us through the whole process and put us at ease. He worked so hard to make sure everything was done on time and kept us up to speed throughout. Cannot speak highly enough and would definitely recommend. Thankyou so much!
Matt Neilson
Aug 19, 2021
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My partner and I recently used Watersrule for property conveyance. We were first time buyers and not sure that to expect but both Joanne and Stephen handled various aspects of our purchase as well as a resilement from a new build property we had a disppointing experience with. All of this could have been very high stress if not for Watersrule being responsive and proactive at every stage. They went above and beyond to keep us in the loop and give us a smooth experience. Cannot recommend them enough.
Andy Bury
Apr 20, 2021
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Grant Storrar acted for us in the purchase of a house near Dollar. We were selling in England and moving North which complicated the transaction. We made the offer on the new property in February 2020 and completed the transaction in July 2020 so it spanned the Covid19 lockdown. Despite the additional challenges Covid19 created Grant was always available and responsive to my emails and phone calls and veyr professional throughout, I wish I could have said the same about the solicitor acting for me in the sale of our house in England! Thoroughly recommended!
