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Private client

Trusted advice for life's important decisions
Life's big moments often come with legal questions. Whether you are buying your first home, planning for the future, or looking after a loved one, our private client team is here to guide you. Led by Andrew Duthie with over 35 years of experience and supported by founding director Donald Macandrew, we handle your personal legal matters with care.

Private client services

Property, wills, and personal legal matters

All our offices deal with all aspects of private client work including property sales and marketing, residential property purchases, leasing, power of attorney, family trusts, wills, and executries. We have extensive experience in the field of Incapacity Law and assisting those who care for vulnerable adults. We appreciate that being responsible for the affairs of another person can be a daunting task which is why we are committed to providing legal assistance in a caring and sensitive way. 



Wills and executries

Including preparation of wills, estate administration, and trust work.

Powers of attorney and incapacity

Including powers of attorney, guardianship applications, and assistance for those caring for vulnerable adults.

Property conveyancing

Including the legal work for residential purchases, sales, remortgaging, and leasing.

Why work with us

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.

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.

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.

Personal legal specialists

We guide you through life's important legal moments. From buying your first home to planning for the future, we handle your personal legal matters with care.

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.

Don't just take our word for it

  • “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 helping us to stay in our home. We have had two months of peace now and will be forever grateful!”

    Susan, Private Client

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