Business Details
We founded Lindsay Solicitors in 1994 and have served the Dumfries community for three decades. Our practice specialises in criminal law and family law, representing clients across all Scottish courts. We hold qualifications and experience to advise in the Justice of the Peace Court, Sheriff Court, High Court, Court of Session, Supreme Court and European Court. Our team is registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board for criminal, civil and children's legal assistance. We offer monthly payment plans to make legal fees manageable for private clients. In 2014 we moved into a restored Grade 2 listed building on Buccleuch Street, combining historic character with modern infrastructure.
We retain the prestigious Buccleuch Street address while providing state-of-the-art IT and communications facilities. Our office is conveniently located near Dumfries Sheriff Court for efficient client representation. We are committed to accessibility and non-discrimination, ensuring appropriate arrangements for all clients. Our professional standards reflect a dedication to client satisfaction and transparent legal guidance. We combine traditional values with contemporary resources to deliver the best of both worlds. Our experienced solicitors provide authoritative advice tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
We retain the prestigious Buccleuch Street address while providing state-of-the-art IT and communications facilities. Our office is conveniently located near Dumfries Sheriff Court for efficient client representation. We are committed to accessibility and non-discrimination, ensuring appropriate arrangements for all clients. Our professional standards reflect a dedication to client satisfaction and transparent legal guidance. We combine traditional values with contemporary resources to deliver the best of both worlds. Our experienced solicitors provide authoritative advice tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of legal experience since 1994.
- Our solicitors represent clients in all Scottish courts including Supreme.
- We hold Scottish Legal Aid Board registration for three categories.
- Our restored Grade 2 office combines heritage with modern infrastructure.
- We offer monthly payment plans making legal fees manageable.
Services
Criminal Law
Our criminal law specialists provide robust defence representation across all Scottish courts, from Justice of the Peace to the Supreme Court. We advise clients at every stage, including police interviews, bail applications and complex trials. Legal aid is available for eligible clients ensuring access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.
Family Law
We deliver compassionate yet authoritative family law guidance covering divorce, separation, child contact and financial settlements. Our solicitors negotiate favourable outcomes through mediation or represent clients vigorously in court proceedings. We prioritise the welfare of children while protecting our clients' legal rights and assets.
Divorce
Our divorce services address the legal dissolution of marriage with sensitivity and strategic expertise. We manage all aspects including financial disclosure, asset division and pension sharing arrangements. Clients receive clear advice on procedural timelines and likely outcomes to reduce uncertainty during a difficult period.
Road Traffic
We defend clients against road traffic offences ranging from speeding to dangerous driving and drink-driving allegations. Our solicitors scrutinise prosecution evidence and challenge procedural errors to protect driving licences and minimise penalties. Early engagement allows us to build the strongest possible defence for your case.
Child Law
Our child law practice focuses on residence, contact and parental rights disputes with the child's welfare as paramount consideration. We represent parents, grandparents and children in Children's Hearings and court proceedings. Legal aid registration for children's assistance ensures vulnerable families receive essential representation.
