Family/Matrimonial

Shona Smith recently joined Blackadders in Edinburgh. She regularly advises on high-value financial provision disputes as well as private child cases, drawing on her experience as a trained mediator and arbitrator.

"Shona Smith is one of the most experienced family lawyers in Scotland. She is very measured, put together, calm and efficient."

"A very capable lawyer who has a delightful way of working with clients."

"Shona is one of the most experienced solicitors and family law specialists in the whole of Scotland."

Craig Samson is head of the Blackadders family department and highly regarded for his long-standing family law practice in Dundee. A trained collaborative law practitioner and mediator, he often handles high-value divorces with cross-jurisdictional aspects and associated child arrangements.

"Craig is technically brilliant and very easy to deal with."

"He is very straightforward and easy to work with. He's also calm and is always trying to look for a resolution."

"Craig is a very trusted solicitor who guides you through the legal process with ease."

Gareth Masson works in the firm's Aberdeen office. He handles a range of disputes relating to financial provision as well as child-related matters including contact, maintenance and relocation issues.

"Gareth's knowledge and professionalism are second to none and I will never be able to thank him enough for what he has done for my family."

"Gareth is easy to work with, always available, bright and thorough and deals with matters efficiently and quickly."

"Gareth is an excellent lawyer who provides help and advice when required. He has guided me through the whole process and I have the utmost confidence in him."

"Gareth was extremely helpful in providing the guidance and advice required to move forward with my divorce,"