Paris Steele WS

Paris Steele is a long-established law firm with a rich history serving the people of East Lothian since 1926. We take pride in providing a comprehensive legal service from our conveniently located offices in North Berwick and Dunbar. Our team, comprised of highly qualified and experienced lawyers, is dedicated to delivering the highest quality legal advice, tailored to the specific needs of each individual and business client. At Paris Steele, we believe in forging strong relationships with our clients, understanding their concerns, and working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond legal expertise. We are dedicated to offering exceptionally clear and accessible advice, ensuring that complex legal matters are explained in a way that is easy to understand. We strive to make the legal process as transparent and straightforward as possible, providing our clients with the support and guidance they need every step of the way.

Our Services

We offer a diverse range of legal services designed to meet the needs of individuals, families, and businesses.

Services for Individuals

We understand that individual legal matters can be deeply personal and often involve challenging situations. Our dedicated team offers sensitive and compassionate support in areas such as:

• Family Law: We assist clients with a wide spectrum of family law issues, including divorce, separation, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements. Our empathetic approach ensures that we guide our clients through these difficult times with understanding and respect.
• Private Client: This practice area encompasses a variety of essential legal needs, including:
• Wills and Probate: We help individuals create comprehensive wills that reflect their wishes and ensure the smooth transfer of their assets to their loved ones. We also provide expert guidance and support throughout the probate process.
• Inheritance Tax Planning: We advise clients on strategies to minimise potential inheritance tax liabilities, protecting their estates and ensuring their beneficiaries receive the maximum inheritance.
• Power of Attorney and Incapacity: We assist clients in establishing enduring power of attorney arrangements, empowering trusted individuals to make decisions on their behalf in the event of incapacity. We also guide clients through the complex legal processes surrounding mental incapacity and guardianship.

• Residential Property: Navigating the intricacies of buying, selling, or remortgaging a property can be complex. Our experienced property team provides comprehensive legal support throughout the entire process, ensuring a smooth and secure transaction.

Services for Businesses

We recognise the unique legal challenges faced by businesses of all sizes. Our commercial law team offers a dedicated and comprehensive range of services to support businesses at every stage of their development:

• Buying or Selling a Business: We guide clients through all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, conducting due diligence, drafting contracts, and ensuring a seamless transfer of ownership.
• Commercial Property: We provide expert legal advice on all aspects of commercial property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, leases, and development agreements.

We are committed to providing practical and commercial solutions tailored to the specific needs of each business client.

Our Values

At Paris Steele, our core values underpin everything we do:

• Client Focus: We place our clients at the heart of everything we do, striving to understand their individual needs and deliver personalized solutions.
• Integrity and Trust: We are committed to acting with the utmost integrity and transparency, building lasting relationships based on trust and mutual respect.
• Excellence: We strive to provide exceptional legal expertise and service, consistently exceeding our clients' expectations.
• Collaboration: We believe in working collaboratively with our clients, partners, and colleagues to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Innovation:

We embrace innovation and constantly seek to improve our services and processes, leveraging technology and legal expertise to deliver value and efficiency.