Business Details
45 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal & Property Partner
Aberdein Considine has been a trusted provider of legal, property, and financial services since 1981, headquartered in Aberdeen with offices across Scotland and northern England. Our team of over 500 professionals delivers expert advice tailored to individual client needs, combining decades of local market knowledge with a seamless, integrated approach. As Scotland's leading property firm and one of the largest legal practices, we cover more than 70 legal disciplines with Chambers and Legal 500-ranked lawyers. Our LLP structure since 2025 ensures continued commitment to excellence while maintaining personal service. We hold multiple ISO accreditations and Investors in People certification, reflecting our dedication to quality standards. With 21 offices and sustained growth since 2019, we serve thousands of private and commercial clients through specialist teams in property transactions, corporate law, family law, and financial planning.Our charity partnerships and community engagement demonstrate our ethical commitment, having raised over 100,000 for causes including Macmillan Cancer Support and British Heart Foundation. The firm's leadership team brings extensive experience across legal and property sectors, ensuring strategic direction aligned with client needs. Our award-winning reputation is built on practical solutions, personal attention, and straight-talking advice that addresses both immediate requirements and long-term objectives. Through continuous expansion and three regional acquisitions since 2012, we maintain our position as market leaders while preserving the personal touch that defines our client relationships.
Services
Property Sales
Legal Advice
Financial Planning
Mortgage Advice
Corporate Law
Family Law
Dispute Resolution
Employment Law
Estate Agency
Property Management
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 500+ professionals across 21 offices
- ISO 9001 and 14001 accredited services
- Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked lawyers
- Investors in People certification
- 100k+ raised for charity partners
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Scotland
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Investors in People
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
Services
Property Sales
Our property experts guide clients through every stage of buying or selling residential property. With local market knowledge and dedicated legal support, we streamline transactions across Scotland and northern England. Our integrated approach combines estate agency, conveyancing, and mortgage advice to ensure smooth property transfers for thousands of clients annually.
Legal Advice
Specialist lawyers provide expert counsel across 70+ practice areas including corporate law, family matters, and employment disputes. Ranked by Legal 500 and Chambers, our team delivers practical solutions for private clients and businesses. Services include contract drafting, litigation support, and regulatory compliance across Scotland's commercial and residential sectors.
Financial Planning
Independent financial advisors offer tailored investment strategies and retirement planning solutions. Our down-to-earth approach combines personal attention with comprehensive risk assessment and tax-efficient planning. Services cater to both individual clients and businesses seeking long-term financial security through structured wealth management frameworks.
Mortgage Advice
Expert mortgage brokers help clients secure competitive financing options for residential and buy-to-let properties. We compare products from major lenders to find suitable rates, providing guidance on affordability assessments and application processes. Our advice covers both first-time purchases and portfolio expansions across Scotland's property market.
Corporate Law
Commercial legal specialists support businesses with mergers, acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Services include contract negotiation, intellectual property protection, and corporate governance advice. Our team works with Scottish and national companies to structure commercial transactions while maintaining adherence to UK legal frameworks and industry standards.
People
Jacqueline Law
Managing Partner
Leading the firm's strategic direction with over 25 years' experience in legal services. Specialises in commercial property law and corporate governance, driving growth through three regional acquisitions since 2012. Maintains strong client relationships across Scotland's business community.
Michael Sinclair
Senior Partner
Key figure in expanding the firm's legal practice areas to cover 70+ disciplines. Recognised for expertise in corporate law and dispute resolution, with particular focus on commercial litigation. Oversees quality assurance across all 21 office locations.
Ritchie Whyte
Partner
Specialises in residential property transactions and conveyancing. Manages the firm's property services division, ensuring seamless integration with legal and financial offerings. Brings 20+ years' experience in Scotland's real estate market.
Paul Jennings
Partner
Head of financial services division, providing independent advice on wealth management and investment strategies. Holds advanced qualifications in financial planning, focusing on tax-efficient solutions for high-net-worth individuals and businesses.
Sharon Robertson
Director
Oversees client relations and service delivery across all practice areas. Implements quality control measures that contributed to Investors in People accreditation. Coordinates charity initiatives that have raised over 100,000 for Scottish causes.
Questions
What services does Aberdein Considine offer?
We provide integrated legal, property, and financial services across Scotland and northern England, including conveyancing, corporate law, family law, mortgage advice, and wealth management.
Are your legal services accredited?
Yes, we're regulated by the Law Society of Scotland and Solicitors Regulation Authority, with ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations, plus Investors in People certification.
Do you offer financial planning services?
Yes, our independent financial advisors provide mortgage advice, investment strategies, and retirement planning tailored to individual and business client needs.
How long have you operated in Scotland?
Since 1981, expanding from Aberdeen to 21 offices across Scotland and northern England, with sustained growth since 2019 as an LLP structure.
What charity work do you support?
Our charity committee organises fundraising for causes like Macmillan Cancer Support and British Heart Foundation, having raised over £100,000 through staff-led initiatives.
