Business Details
Your Trusted Solicitors & Estate Agents in Tranent
McKinnon Forbes is a dedicated law firm and estate agency based in Tranent, East Lothian, offering specialist expertise in property transactions, family law, child law, wills, executries, and powers of attorney. Our collaborative approach ensures seamless integration between legal and property services, with a focus on resolving potential issues such as boundary disputes or unauthorised alterations early in the process.Clients benefit from direct, consistent communication with our experienced partners, eliminating the need for intermediaries. We prioritise transparency, professionalism, and tailored advice, ensuring clients receive quality service without the inconvenience of traveling to city-based offices. Our local knowledge and commitment to addressing client needs have established us as a trusted choice in East Lothian.
Services
Property Sales
Family Law
Wills & Executries
Commercial Conveyancing
Residential Conveyancing
Child Law
Powers of Attorney
Divorce & Separation
Guardianship & Adoption
Land Registration
Highlights and features
- We provide direct access to experienced legal partners throughout your case.
- Our integrated legal and property teams resolve issues early in transactions.
- Specialist knowledge in East Lothian property and family law matters.
- Proven track record in handling complex conveyancing and child law cases.
- Local service with city-level expertise, based in Tranent.
Services
Property Sales
We guide clients through the property selling process, starting with accurate valuations and addressing legal challenges like boundary disputes. Our integrated legal and sales teams ensure smooth transactions. Clients receive expert advice tailored to East Lothian's market.
Family Law
Our family law services cover divorce, separation, pre-nuptial agreements, and child custody matters. We provide compassionate, clear guidance to resolve sensitive issues efficiently. Clients benefit from direct access to specialist solicitors.
Wills & Executries
We assist in drafting wills and managing executries, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Our approach safeguards clients' wishes and simplifies probate processes. Personalised advice addresses individual and family needs.
Commercial Conveyancing
Specialist commercial property transactions are handled with attention to legal detail. We support businesses in acquiring or selling commercial assets, resolving title issues, and meeting regulatory obligations efficiently.
Child Law
Our child law expertise includes permanence orders, guardianship, and adoption cases. We prioritise children's welfare while providing clear legal pathways for families. Direct partner involvement ensures consistent, empathetic representation.
People
Yvonne McKinnon
Partner
Yvonne McKinnon specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, family law, wills, executries, and powers of attorney, offering expert legal guidance to clients in East Lothian.
Susan Forbes
Partner
Susan Forbes focuses on residential and commercial conveyancing, wills, executries, and powers of attorney, combining legal expertise with a client-focused approach in East Lothian.
Sheila Byth
Partner
Sheila Byth specialises in family law, including divorce, cohabitation, separation, and child custody cases, providing dedicated support for complex legal matters in East Lothian.
Questions
What areas do McKinnon Forbes serve?
We primarily serve East Lothian, providing legal and property services tailored to local needs.
What legal services are offered?
We specialise in family law, child law, wills, executries, and property transactions.
How does the property buying process work?
We note your interest, assist with offers, and handle legal steps including Land and Buildings Transaction Tax and title registration.
Reviews (2)
Lucas Annau
Apr 15, 2022
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Yvonne, Kathy and the team are always very helpful with great insight into the local market - their advice in the past has saved me money. Their fees are also very reasonable.
Lee Frame
Mar 16, 2022
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Very disappointing company, i pulled out of selling my house as i decided it wasn't the right time. i paid the exit fees and then a couple of weeks later when i ask them to put an offer in for a house i wanted they told me to try another solicitor as if they weren't interested in my business. absolutely disgusting response.
