Corporate

Practical advice for every stage of business

Whether you are starting a new venture, growing an established business, or planning your exit, corporate decisions shape your company's future. Getting them right matters. Our corporate team advises North-East Scotland business owners on the legal aspects of company structures, ownership arrangements, and transactions. We work with family businesses, partnerships, and owner-managed companies across the region, from Aberdeenshire farms diversifying their operations to Aberdeen service companies expanding their reach. We take time to understand your business and your goals. That means you get practical advice tailored to your situation, not generic templates. As we offer a full range of legal and Company Secretarial Services, we can coordinate property, employment, and other matters when your transaction requires it.

Corporate services

With you at every stage

We support businesses through every stage of their corporate lifecycle. From forming your first company and putting shareholder agreements in place, through to restructuring as you grow and eventually selling the business or passing it to the next generation. Our approach is straightforward. We listen to what you are trying to achieve, explain your options clearly, and deliver the legal work efficiently. No unnecessary complexity, no surprise costs, no wasted time.

Buying and selling businesses, Company Secretarial Services

Including acquisitions, disposals, due diligence, and heads of terms through to completion.

Shareholder agreements and structures

Including company formation, partnership documents, articles of association, and ownership arrangements.

Succession and exit planning

Including management buyouts, family succession, and employee ownership trusts.

Why work with us

Trusted since 1993

We have built a reputation for reliable, practical legal advice. Our experience means we anticipate problems before they arise and find solutions that work.

Corporate specialists

We advise owner-managed businesses, family firms, and partnerships on the legal side of growth, change, and succession. Practical advice for every stage of your business.

Full legal service

We handle family, criminal, corporate, property, and private client matters under one roof. No referrals to other practices, no repeated explanations, no coordination headaches.

Local to you

We are where you are. Meet face-to-face with people who understand the communities, families, and businesses of the North East.

Plain speaking

We explain your options clearly without unnecessary jargon. Legal matters may be complex, but understanding your position should not require a law degree.

Experts who listen

We combine large firm capability with small firm accessibility. Skilled solicitors who take the time to listen and genuinely want to help.

Our corporate experts

Derek Cameron
LLB, NP Consultant
- Corporate
- Commercial
- Property

Don't just take our word for it

“I couldn’t recommend using Grant Smith Law Practice enough. The whole experience of selling my property was made easy and straightforward. Special thanks to Callum for his professionalism and timely updates. This was the first property I sold so was a little unsure to the process but after consulting with the team, it was all understood and clear. Thanks again to everyone.”
Colin, Property Client
“I regularly instruct solicitors with GSLP to carry out work for myself and my business. The Solicitors and support staff are always very friendly and helpful. Nothing ever is a problem. I would have no hesitation in recommending GSLP to others.”
Irene, Private and Corporate Client
“Thank you so much for making the selling of our shop such an easy process. Your guidance throughout was very much appreciated.”
Susan, Commercial Client