Solicitors based in Dundee City Centre
Offering advice and assistance in the following areas:-
Criminal Law - All criminal court matters, police interviews, witness citations, road traffic charges, fixed penalties, appeals, Sheriff, Justice of the Peace, High Court matters.
Family/Civil Law - Divorce, separation, contact and residence, interdicts and non-harrassment orders, childrens hearings.
Benefit matters - Benefit appeals, overpayments/underpayments, crisis loans.
Housing - Homelessness, anti-social behaviour orders, landlord/tenant issues.
Personal Injury Claims, Criminal Injury Claims.
We also provide a comprehensive conveyancing and estate agency service.
The Law Society of Scotland published an interesting article yesterday backing proposals to reform inheritance law in cases where an individual has died without a will. The professional body for Scottish solicitors has also highlighted anomalies in the current law providing rights to cohabiting couples, that they believe are problematic and disadvantageous to vulnerable and grieving individuals.
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At Gilmartin Finlay MacRae, we are able to offer a fixed fee payment scheme for the majority of road traffic cases that we deal with.
We have seen firsthand the severe penalties that people face when choosing to represent themselves for a road traffic offence. We provide a service which considers each case on its own merits and combined with our expertise in the area we can ensure the best possible result for you.
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A consultation is the starting point for us to gather all the information we require to help you. A consultation is totally free and we can let you know then and there if we are able to help. Click the button below to fill out our contact form and a member of the team will get in touch.
Have you got a #legal matter that you would like to discuss with one of our highly experienced solicitors? Contact us today to arrange your free initial consultation.
A report has been published today following a roundtable event which was held on 16 November 2018 to consider how to achieve effective stakeholder communication of information for vulnerable persons across the Scottish criminal justice system.
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April is National Stress Awareness Month and as recorded by the Mental Health Foundation – 74% of UK adults have felt so stressed at some point in the last 12 months, that they felt overwhelmed or unable to cope.
Stress is one of the most common effects of separation. It can be an extremely distressing time for most families however that does not mean the process of moving forward with your life needs to be filled with conflict and doubt. Here at Gilmartin Finlay MacRae, we are offering a free initial consultation so you can get to know us and we can advise you on the best way forward for you and the family in the process of a divorce or separation.
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From the archive: Cannabis cultivation and the law
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It is of the utmost importance that anyone facing criminal charges receives the best advice available at the earliest opportunity.
We are proud to be able to provide a 24 hour service to ensure that you have access to an experienced solicitor whenever you need it.
Find out more: www.gfmlaw.co.uk/criminal-law
The involvement of the social work department in your family affairs can be a very confusing and difficult time. Whether your children are placed on a supervision requirement and or removed from your care, you will require the guidance of an experienced family law solicitor.
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Why choose Gilmartin Finlay MacRae to represent you?
Our years of experience is a testament to how we handle every single one of our customer’s cases. Our solicitors pride themselves on providing the advice and support you need to protect your best interests in a clear, warm and friendly manner.
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The introduction of a "no fault" divorce system in England and Wales is huge. It represents the biggest change in divorce law in 50 years!
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Are you facing the prospect of a motoring offence?
We have successfully defended people accused of all types of road traffic offences including:
Speeding cases... Driving whilst using a mobile phone Drink Driving Careless Driving Dangerous driving
Get in touch with our experienced team of solicitors today and find out how we can help you: www.gfmlaw.co.uk
See MoreThanks for the fab review Lorraine. It was a pleasure working with you.
We are registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB) as a law firm eligible to provide Legal Aid for criminal and civil matters. Legal Aid ensures people who may not be able to afford legal representation privately have access to legal representation. Our solicitors can advise you whether you are entitled to Legal Aid and are happy to offer a free consultation no matter what your circumstances might be.
Find out more: www.gfmlaw.co.uk/legal-aid
Fantastic announcement by Minister for Mental Health, Clare Haughey last week:
Here at Gilmartin Finlay McRae we can provide assistance with benefit appeals. From requesting a mandatory reconsideration to representing clients at benefit tribunals, we have a wealth of experience and knowledge at all stages of the appeals process and achieve a high rate of success on behalf of our clients.
Find out more at www.gfmlaw.co.uk/benefit-advice
This article is an interesting read, it discusses the current law which means that those who are accused of causing death by careless or dangerous driving are given access to collision investigation reports, yet those who are victims are not. Read the full article here:
The prospect of facing a criminal charge is a huge concern and for most, the worry of having to pay a large legal bill at the end of the case is a worry they could do without.
In an effort to try and take away that worry, we offer fixed fee payment schemes for the majority of the criminal work that we carry out. We are not aware of any other firm offering a fixed fee scheme at the outset of a criminal case. The comfort of knowing how much your case will cost, coupled with our extensive experience in criminal law provides peace of mind for our clients.
Find out more: www.gfmlaw.co.uk/criminal-law/fixed-fees-criminal-law/
Divorce and separation has a huge impact on both yours and your family's lives and you will understandably want to know the financial and practical consequences of any decisions you are making.
Our experienced family solicitors have a wealth of knowledge in all areas of family law and will help you through what is a difficult time with sensitivity and objectivity.