Emily Allan
Head of Family Law

News

Commemoration of Calton Weavers

Allan McDougall Solicitors was proud to sponsor the Calton Weavers commemoration event on Sunday 22 September 2024 Read more

Fatal accident claims in Scotland and rising “loss of society” awards

In recent years, there has been a rising trend in the value of compensation awards being made to family members of victims of fatal accidents in Scotland. Read more

Safety in the farming industry

A recent prosecution brought into sharp focus the hazardous nature of working in farming. Read more

What medical evidence of injury is required for a compensation claim?

We know all too well the evidence that will be needed to prove the type of injury that has been sustained in an accident. Read more

Lawscot Foundation scholar’s work experience reflections

Tom Campbell reflects on his time with the firm Read more

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What our clients say

  • I want to thank Steven Blacklaws for everything he has done. He always made me feel validated for the hurt I was feeling. Something that no one in my work ever did. I will forever tell people of the amazing work you do and let them know how caring and compassionate you have been. I went through the worst time in my life and you always assured me you would do your best to make this right and you did. So thank you, from the bottom of my heart, just thank you.
    A.C. October 2024
  • The service provided was great. Fiona Fraser and Stephen Irvine were both friendly and professional, making it very easy to talk to them and ask questions. Thank you for all your help throughout the whole case.
    E.G. September 2024
  • Great professional, efficient and friendly service from David Harris and Steven Blacklaws.
    J.W. August 2024
  • Stephen Irvine, thank you for all your work, hard detective work, and support around my case. I could not have done it without you. I am so grateful for all you did for me and can't thank you enough.
    K.C. August 2024
  • Jackie Raitt was excellent. Can't rate her highly enough.
    F.B. August 2024
  • Fiona Fraser excelled in all aspects of service.
    M.C. August 2024
  • Cannot thank you enough. Jackie Raitt was wonderful. A very understanding lawyer and an asset to your firm.
    M.M. July 2024
  • I could not fault anything Jackie Raitt did for me. She was very experienced in what she said and did.
    K.M. July 2024
  • Perfect service from Jackie Raitt.
    P.F. July 2024
  • I cannot fault the service from your firm, especially from Stephen Irvine. He was very polite and courteous. I would not hesitate to use this firm if I needed a solicitor again.
    J.F. July 2024
  • Excellent one-to-one communications from Jackie Raitt. Very diligent and knowledgeable.
    G.L. July 2024
  • Fiona Fraser, thank you for your professionalism throughout my case. A very streamlined process. I’ll be sure to recommend Allan McDougall Solicitors in the future.
    K.C. July 2024
  • I would like to thank Stephen Irvine for the professional service in my industrial disease case. He provided patience, empathy and kindness. At every turn he provided good, sensible advice. No stone was left unturned in preparing the case, and all expert witness reports were obtained. Any questions were always answered as Mr Irvine was always available to deal with issues and things I did not understand. The outcome was a settlement that I was happy with, and Mr Irvine did your firm proud.
    S.B. July 2024
  • Alice Bowman is clearly experienced and knowledgeable. She communicated punctually, fully and respectfully. I felt confident and secure with Alice's advice and input.
    R.K. June 2024
  • Thank you for all your help and assistance with my case, Eilidh Campbell. This has been one of the longest and hardest years of my life, made easier with your help and the work you have done. Please pass on my thanks to Jill Bamber as well. She was always amazing and calming when I was very stressed out.
    J.C. May 2024
  • Great service. Gordon Milligan handled everything perfectly.
    I.D. May 2024
  • Massive thanks to you all so much for your advice throughout this long journey and everything you have done for me. I would like to let you know that it is very much appreciated. You Mr Harris have certainly made my day and I salute you.May 2024
  • Gordon Milligan was really helpful and patient with me and gave me really good advice on my case. Very grateful for his help.
    R.C. April 2024
  • First class service from a very professional firm. Cannot thank Stephen Irvine enough for all his help.
    W.W. April 2024
  • The service I received was outstanding throughout. Stephen Irvine was very helpful, understanding, and courteous. He explained the whole process very well and was very swift in replying to any queries, or when informing me of updates. The outcome was very good, and the compensation received was higher than we initially thought, thanks to Stephen's guidance and hard work. I'm very appreciative.
    G.H. April 2024

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Claiming accident compensation

Claiming accident compensation

In the case of our "no win, no fee" personal injury claims, it's about more than just winning.

Handling employment issues

Handling employment issues

Our employment law team has represented employers and employees at tribunals, appeals and the Court of Session.

Dealing with family matters

Dealing with family matters

We cover all family law matters, including separation and divorce, care arrangements for children, and cohabitation.

Resolving disputes

Resolving disputes

We cover Sheriff Court hearings and appeals, mediation, judicial review, commercial actions and Court of Session actions and appeals.

Personal Injury Claims

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What our clients say

  • I want to thank Steven Blacklaws for everything he has done. He always made me feel validated for the hurt I was feeling. Something that no one in my work ever did. I will forever tell people of the amazing work you do and let them know how caring and compassionate you have been. I went through the worst time in my life and you always assured me you would do your best to make this right and you did. So thank you, from the bottom of my heart, just thank you.
    A.C. October 2024
  • The service provided was great. Fiona Fraser and Stephen Irvine were both friendly and professional, making it very easy to talk to them and ask questions. Thank you for all your help throughout the whole case.
    E.G. September 2024
  • Great professional, efficient and friendly service from David Harris and Steven Blacklaws.
    J.W. August 2024
  • Stephen Irvine, thank you for all your work, hard detective work, and support around my case. I could not have done it without you. I am so grateful for all you did for me and can't thank you enough.
    K.C. August 2024
  • Jackie Raitt was excellent. Can't rate her highly enough.
    F.B. August 2024
  • Fiona Fraser excelled in all aspects of service.
    M.C. August 2024
  • Cannot thank you enough. Jackie Raitt was wonderful. A very understanding lawyer and an asset to your firm.
    M.M. July 2024
  • I could not fault anything Jackie Raitt did for me. She was very experienced in what she said and did.
    K.M. July 2024
  • Perfect service from Jackie Raitt.
    P.F. July 2024
  • I cannot fault the service from your firm, especially from Stephen Irvine. He was very polite and courteous. I would not hesitate to use this firm if I needed a solicitor again.
    J.F. July 2024
  • Excellent one-to-one communications from Jackie Raitt. Very diligent and knowledgeable.
    G.L. July 2024
  • Fiona Fraser, thank you for your professionalism throughout my case. A very streamlined process. I’ll be sure to recommend Allan McDougall Solicitors in the future.
    K.C. July 2024
  • I would like to thank Stephen Irvine for the professional service in my industrial disease case. He provided patience, empathy and kindness. At every turn he provided good, sensible advice. No stone was left unturned in preparing the case, and all expert witness reports were obtained. Any questions were always answered as Mr Irvine was always available to deal with issues and things I did not understand. The outcome was a settlement that I was happy with, and Mr Irvine did your firm proud.
    S.B. July 2024
  • Alice Bowman is clearly experienced and knowledgeable. She communicated punctually, fully and respectfully. I felt confident and secure with Alice's advice and input.
    R.K. June 2024
  • Thank you for all your help and assistance with my case, Eilidh Campbell. This has been one of the longest and hardest years of my life, made easier with your help and the work you have done. Please pass on my thanks to Jill Bamber as well. She was always amazing and calming when I was very stressed out.
    J.C. May 2024
  • Great service. Gordon Milligan handled everything perfectly.
    I.D. May 2024
  • Massive thanks to you all so much for your advice throughout this long journey and everything you have done for me. I would like to let you know that it is very much appreciated. You Mr Harris have certainly made my day and I salute you.May 2024
  • Gordon Milligan was really helpful and patient with me and gave me really good advice on my case. Very grateful for his help.
    R.C. April 2024
  • First class service from a very professional firm. Cannot thank Stephen Irvine enough for all his help.
    W.W. April 2024
  • The service I received was outstanding throughout. Stephen Irvine was very helpful, understanding, and courteous. He explained the whole process very well and was very swift in replying to any queries, or when informing me of updates. The outcome was very good, and the compensation received was higher than we initially thought, thanks to Stephen's guidance and hard work. I'm very appreciative.
    G.H. April 2024

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