Business Details
Trusted Solicitors & Estate Agents Since 1816
Established in 1816, Gebbie & Wilson is Strathaven's longest-standing legal and estate agency practice. Our firm specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, estate administration, wills, power of attorney, agricultural law, and renewable energy transactions. With over two centuries of continuous service, we combine deep local knowledge with specialist legal expertise to serve individuals and businesses across Scotland.Our team of experienced solicitors provides tailored advice on property transactions, succession planning, and rural legal matters. We maintain an unbroken lineage of 15 partners since William Gebbie founded the practice, ensuring consistent, trusted representation. Our commitment to long-term client relationships underpins our approach to modern legal challenges while preserving traditional values of integrity and service.
Services
Conveyancing
Estate Agency
Power of Attorney
Agricultural Law
Windfarm Agreements
Wills & Succession
Commercial Leases
Executry Administration
Highlights and features
- We have 200 years of continuous legal practice in Strathaven
- Our team includes specialists in agricultural and renewable energy law
- We provide tailored estate planning for rural property owners
- Our conveyancing experts handle complex property transactions
- We combine traditional values with modern legal expertise
Services
Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions across Scotland. Our conveyancing specialists manage purchases, sales, and lease agreements with expertise in new build properties and complex rural transactions. Clients benefit from clear guidance through legal processes, cost estimates, and market insights specific to central Scotland.
Agricultural Law
Our dedicated agricultural law team advises on farm contracts, land management, and succession planning. We specialise in renewable energy agreements for windfarms and solar projects, helping landowners maximise income streams while protecting family assets for future generations.
Wills & Succession
We create tailored wills and succession plans to protect personal and business assets. Our solicitors help clients navigate inheritance tax implications, establish trusts, and ensure smooth transfer of rural properties and family businesses to designated beneficiaries.
Power of Attorney
We draft comprehensive power of attorney documents covering financial and welfare decisions. Our specialists explain legal requirements, registration processes with the Office of the Public Guardian, and associated costs for both continuing and welfare powers.
Commercial Leases
We advise on commercial lease agreements for shops, hotels, and agricultural properties. Our services include drafting, negotiation, rent reviews, and termination clauses to protect business interests while ensuring compliance with Scottish property law.
People
Catherine Black
Agricultural Law Partner
Specialist in farm contracts and renewable energy agreements, Catherine provides expert legal advice on land management and succession planning for rural businesses across South Lanarkshire.
Jan Bayley
Private Client Partner
Estate planning specialist with expertise in wills, executry administration, and inheritance tax mitigation. Jan leads succession planning for family farms and businesses, ensuring asset protection for future generations.
Louise Arthur
Private Client Partner
Wills and power of attorney specialist, Louise advises on legal capacity planning and estate administration. She manages complex executry cases and provides guidance on registration requirements with the Office of the Public Guardian.
Questions
What areas do you cover for property transactions?
We handle conveyancing and property matters across central and southern Scotland, with particular expertise in South Lanarkshire and rural locations.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
We provide transparent pricing for standard wills and power of attorney documents. Complex transactions receive detailed cost estimates before work commences.
How do you handle agricultural property sales?
Our agricultural law team manages farm sales with specialist knowledge of rural property law, including renewable energy considerations and succession planning implications.
Can you help with renewable energy contracts?
Yes, we specialise in windfarm, solar, and battery storage agreements, advising landowners on lease terms, income protection, and long-term contractual arrangements.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
We guide executors through Scottish intestacy rules, handling estate administration, asset distribution, and legal requirements for those without a valid will.
