Family Law Solicitors
"Led by Andrew Gibb, Balfour + Manson LLP is hailed as 'one of the foremost family law firms in Scotland'. 'Able and experienced' partner Shona Smith is praised for her 'clear grasp of the issues and good manner with clients'."
Legal 500 2009
"At Balfour + Manson LLP, Andrew Gibb and Shona Smith ‘are realistic negotiators’, with Smith also noted as ‘diligent, forward thinking’ and ‘cool and calm under pressure’. The team ‘deals with cases assiduously and is able to attract good junior staff’."
Legal 500 2010
Our highly regarded Family Law solicitors are consistently ranked as leading Family Law firm in Scotland. Our solicitors have a wealth of experience in supporting and advising clients in all aspects of relationship breakdown, including:
- Cohabitation Agreements
- Prenuptial and Post Nuptial Agreements
- Separation
- Divorce and Dissolution of Civil Partnerships
- Termination of Cohabitation by Separation or Death
- Child related issues
- Adoption
- Child Abduction
- Cross Border and International Cases
Our family law solicitors use a range of approaches to assist clients, including traditional negotiation, collaborative practice, referrals to mediation and arbitration or litigation in either the Sheriff Court or the Court of Session.
We understand that it is important that you feel comfortable with the solicitor you instruct and for that reason we offer a 30 minute introductory appointment free of charge to enable you to meet your chosen solicitor and discuss potential feeing arrangements. We also offer a diagnostic meeting to provide initial advice on your situation for a fixed price of £190 plus VAT (upon request).
We are here to listen to your concerns, work through the issues that you face, understand your problems and devise a solution that is right for you.
"Shona Smith retains her reputation as a strong player, while Andrew Gibb is 'a counsellor and friend to his clients, as well as a lawyer'."
Chambers UK Guide to the Legal Profession 2010
For more information regarding prenuptial or separation agreements, or any matter regarding cohabitation or child related issues, contact Andrew Gibb or Shona Smith, family law solicitors.
