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Partner sarah mitchell

LLB (Hons), Dip. LP, NP, TEP

Practice Areas & Specialisms

Sarah started her journey at Macnabs as a trainee and is now a Partner in our Private Client Team. Sarah’s friendly and practical approach is appreciated by clients as she advises them on a variety of private client matters including Wills, Powers of Attorney, estate and succession planning and executry administration. She also adminsiters the Trust for the Trustees of the Sinclair Trust.

Sarah is a member of the Society of Trusts and Estates Practitioners (STEP) and was awarded a STEP Worldwide Excellence Award for obtaining the top scoring mark in Scotland for the Wills and Executries: Law and Practice examination and achieved distinction in all four examinations. 

Based in the Perth office of Macnabs, Sarah also spends significant time in our Pitlochry office.

Outwith work, Sarah is from a family of avid St Johnstone F.C. supporters – which has eventually taken its toll, and she is now a season ticket holder! 

Testimonials

"Macnabs have been an absolute pleasure to have as our lawyers. They have remained professional and caring to our sensitive situation, in dealing with my family's estates, helping us achieve the best outcomes. Their lawyer teams are top class and highly committed - especially during the Coronavirus pandemic, they remained just as helpful."

"We have nothing but the highest praise for the way you have dealt with us, and even through Covid 19 difficulties we were very much kept in the picture of how things were going. We feel you go the extra mile for your clients. Thank you so much." - James Turver

"Quick, efficient service and extremely accommodating with hospital visits to carry out work. Everything completed promptly but still retaining a personal touch. Wonderful service from everyone, from initial enquiry until the prompt delivery of completed paperwork, thank you very much." - Helen MacLeod

"Many thanks for dealing with Mums estate in a professional, courteous and prompt manner. Despite the sad circumstance it has been a pleasure to work with you."

Contact

10 Barossa Place, Perth, PH1 5JX 
Phone - 01738 623432 
Email - sarahmitchell@macnabs-law.co.uk 
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Associate jacqueline dow

LLB, Dip LP, NP

Practice Areas & Specialisms

Jacqueline is an Associate within the Commercial and Residential Property department at Macnabs, having joined the team in 2014. She has over 25 years experience in all aspects of Residential and Commercial Property, including buying, selling, remortgage and title transfer work of residential property and in the leasing, sale and purchase of business property.

Jacqueline also has a considerable amount of experience in Private Client work providing advice on all aspects of will preparation, inheritance tax advice, Power of AttorneyTrusts and Executry matters.

Away from the office, Jacqueline is married with three children and enjoys reading, movies and competing with her horse and ponies.

Testimonials

"We have used our solicitors, Macnabs Perth, several times over the past two years. Very recently, we have sold our bungalow, near Aberuthven, and purchased a flat in Perth. The conveyances were carried out for us by Jacqueline Dow. At all times we were kept informed of progress by email. We found Jacqueline friendly, and approachable, yet thoroughly professional. The final fees/costs were fair and reasonable for the work carried out."
- Robin and Doreen Farquhar.

"Our September 2017 house sale in Pitlochry was part of a major change plan as we were relocating back to Warwickshire. Thanks to Jacqueline Dow and Macnabs our sale went smoothly and the funds transferred on time to our solicitors in Stratford-on-Avon, so they could complete our purchase on the agreed date.
We particularly appreciated the initial overview of the process and key issues provided on engagement, and the regular update on progress and queries arising. Good communications are one of our key requirements in dealing with solicitors, and Macnabs were very good in providing us with clear messages/information, and in responding to phone and e-mail traffic."
Mr & Mrs Joseph

Contact

10 Barossa Place, Perth, PH1 5JX 
Phone - 01738 623432 
Email - jacquelinedow@macnabs-law.co.uk 

Senior Associate jane mcnicol

Practice Areas & Specialisms

Jane has nearly 20 years’ experience litigating in the Court of Session, Sheriff Courts and Tribunals throughout Scotland acting for multi-national companies, insurers, claims companies and individuals. She has an enviable breadth of experience, allowing her to provide authoritative and practical advice, which her clients appreciate. Her expertise is also appreciated by other solicitors, who often instruct her to deal with disputes in cases where they need assistance.

Jane’s experience acting for large insurance companies and a national claims company forms the basis of her reputation for negotiating and securing settlements in Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Claims. She offers clients a variety of funding options to progress them.

Jane regularly advises on all types of Employment Law issues and with employment disputes, very often the sooner you seek expert advice the better the outcome. Jane works with both employers and employees providing advice on redundancy issues, settlement agreements, discrimination, unfair dismissal, TUPE, grievances and performance management.

Jane is regularly appointed by courts to safeguard the interests of vulnerable adults, and regularly advises and represents clients seeking Guardianship Orders under the Adults with Incapacity legislation.

She also has many years’ experience handling all types of Civil Litigation, including Debt Recovery, Commercial Disputes, Insolvency, advising Landlords on the Recovery of Property, and representing clients at Fitness to Practise and Professional Conduct hearings.

Jane has a keen interest in the welfare of others and is a Director & Trustee of Perthshire Women's Aid.

Jane is married with a young son. She is a keen cook, and enjoys swimming, golf, watching sport, and enjoying the great outdoors.

 

Testimonials

"I needed advice and help sorting out a family matter, I contacted Macnabs and Jane was the solicitor who helped me, Jane was very helpful and got things sorted out with out much fuss, and also kept me informed very well as to how things were progressing."

"I was extremely satisfied with how Jane handled things."

"Macnabs have helped me so much through every stage [of the divorce], so helpful, supportive and friendly during daunting times. Many, many thanks."

Contact

10 Barossa Place, Perth, PH1 5JX 
Phone - 01738 623432 
Email - janemcnicol@macnabs-law.co.uk 
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Paralegal jane mcnicol

Practice Areas & Specialisms

Louise is a Paralegal in our busy Courts department. Having worked at the Perth Sheriff Court for 15 years prior to joining Macnabs she has gained a wealth of knowledge and a deep understanding of the legal system, and now works alongside our solicitors assising in all areas of litigation, from debt recovery to contract and property disptues.

Despite her busy work schedule, Louise makes time for her passions outside of work. She enjoys staying active, going to the gym and venturing up Munros with her husband and her furry companion Rudi. In addition to her love of the outdoors, Louise values spending time with loved ones and visiting family is a top priority for her. 

Contact

10 Barossa Place, Perth, PH1 5JX 
Phone - 01738 623432 
Email - louisetaylor@macnabs-law.co.uk

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