Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP‘s experienced contentious trusts and probate team receives mandates from executors, trustees, beneficiaries and attorneys in a wide variety of matters. The group is led by experienced partner Steven Docherty, who is particularly noted for his property-related skills. Rod MacLean is reputed for the depth of his expertise in succession to croft tenancies and estates with disputed wills. Andrew Wilson and Tom Quaill have both retired.
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- SJ McDonald leads a team recognized for their expertise in dealing with complex contentious matters.
- SJ McDonald has a high profile both in her work and delivery of seminars and talks; she is also deeply involved in STEP Scotland and STEP's international committee for Contentious Trust and Estate matters.
- Sarah-Jane Macdonald has great knowledge of contentious matters within Private Client and provides valuable advice.
- I have worked principally with Sarah Jane Macdonald and Nicola McGorm. Both are experienced and easy to work with. I would be happy to recommend their services to someone looking for legal advice.
- The team has leading experts in private client law, and this technical expertise strongly supports complex contentious cases. The team fully understands dynamics and emotions and provides great tactical and strategic support to clients in very challenging and uncertain situations.
- Sarah Jane Macdonald is the go-to person for private client mediation and contentious estates and trust cases. Her strong technical knowledge underpins her strategic but carefully measured approach to disputes.
Practice head
Steven Docherty
Other key lawyers
Rod MacLean