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Solicitors & Estate Agents in Edinburgh

ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan is a firm of specialist solicitors and estate agents in Edinburgh with established offices on both sides of the city.  We pride ourselves on providing expert advice to our clients, offering a personal service which adds real value.  We represent individuals, families, businesses and charities.  We are always there for our clients to help them with the most important things in life, such as their homes, their jobs, their businesses, and planning for their families’ futures.


ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan offer our clients experience and expertise in the following areas:

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I recently used E.L.P. when I sold a bungalow and purchased a flat. I was very impressed with the level of service and would have no hesitation in commending the company to future clients. Communications were efficient at all times and matters responded to very quickly. The financial transactions were all done within an hour of the completion time and my bank account credited.

It was a pleasure to do business with E.L.P.

Catherine, thanks for making everything so easy and stress free! Thank you!

It is always an absolute pleasure dealing with Lisbeth-Ann.  She is always friendly and attentive whilst being professional and thorough.  I would not hesitate to recommend her.

This was our first time buying a property, and we were extremely nervous, but Lisbeth-Ann and the team held our hands and stepped us through each stage of the process; from advising how much to offer, to helping with a mortgage problem, to ensuring the smooth exchange of contracts and keys. We always felt like we were welcome to call at any time, and when Lisbeth-Ann took a short holiday part way through the process, her colleague Barbara picked our case up seamlessly and with no hassle. We would certainly recommend ELP’s services to anyone thinking of buying a property for the first time, and will happily use them again in the future.

I have used the services of Duncan McFadzean of ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan Solicitors regarding a dispute with my employers. I found him to be exceedingly professional in all my dealings with him. He worked hard in achieving me a settlement agreement with my employers. This was despite some difficulties with an intransigent employer who was difficult to deal with. He kept me informed about all aspects of my dispute and helped resolve things with the minimum of delay. I would have no hesitation in recommending him or ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan to anyone in need of a good solicitor.

Ian was the best in helping me out after I contacted him with an employment law issue. I contacted a few solicitors in Edinburgh via their online web forms and Ian replied to me within minutes of my query which was excellent! Other solicitors I contacted at the same time either didn’t reply at all or replied weeks later which was not helpful!

Ian was helpful, friendly and knowledgeable – never too busy to reply to my emails when I was looking for information, and occasional reassurance. I had an initial call with Ian, then a face to face in the office and after that most contact was by email which suited me perfectly. Ian was professional at all times and really made me feel valued as a client. His hard work resulted in a favourable result for me, and I would not hesitate to recommend his services to anyone. If I ever need a solicitor again in the future, Ian will be the first person I contact. Thank you!

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Estate Agency & conveyancing.

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Wills & Living Wills, Powers of Attorney & Executry Estates.

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Employment Law, Dispute Resolution & Debt Recovery, Commercial Leases, and Business Purchases.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan provides both legal services and estate agency services in Edinburgh. If you are selling a property, we can assist with marketing and the legal conveyancing process. Contact our team to discuss your requirements.

The cost depends on the property and the services required. We publish details of our estate agency and conveyancing fees online to help you understand the likely costs. Additional expenses, such as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) and registration dues, may also apply.

Buying a property in Scotland typically involves arranging a mortgage, submitting an offer through your solicitor, and concluding missives. Once the missives are concluded, the agreement is legally binding. Your solicitor will then handle the necessary legal checks, settlement and property registration.

You are not legally required to use a solicitor to draft a power of attorney in Scotland. However, the document must include the required certificate of capacity, completed by an authorised professional, and must be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian to take effect. A solicitor can help you prepare a document suited to your circumstances.

If you die without a valid will, your estate is distributed according to Scotland's intestacy rules. The outcome depends on your family circumstances and the assets you leave behind. Making a will allows you to set out your wishes, appoint executors and make arrangements for your beneficiaries.

Yes, ELP Arbuthnott McClanachan provides employment law services to both employers and employees. Support may include advice on contracts, disciplinary matters, redundancy, dismissal and settlement agreements. Contact our employment law team to discuss your situation and the options available.