— We are a full-service law firm providing high-quality, personalised advice to discerning, private individuals and families, in many cases, through the generations. For businesses, we primarily act for family-run businesses, individual businesses and property owners.

Patrick Jenkins

partner & CEO, MacDonald Oates llp

Expertise built on 75 years of experience

For over 75 years, MacDonald Oates has built its reputation on genuine relationships, attention to detail and a traditional standard of service that puts our clients first. We have a wealth of experience with some 300 years of combined legal expertise built on this proven model and we are extremely proud that the majority of our work comes through repeat instructions and recommendations from clients and trusted professionals.

A carefully crafted, sophisticated approach

To find out more about what we can do for you, please have a look at our practice areas and if you have any questions, please get in touch.

  • Wills, Probate and Trusts
  • Residential Property
  • Family Law
  • Employment Law
  • Litigation and Dispute Resolution
  • Commercial Property
  • Company and Commercial Law
  • Employment Law
  • Commercial Disputes

Your Property

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Your Family

Our specialist Family law team will work with you to bring things to a fair conclusion, whether you have been married, in a civil partnership, or living together.

Your Life

We provide high-quality, personalised advice to discerning, private individuals and families, in many cases, through the generations.

Your Business

For businesses, we primarily act for family-run businesses, individual businesses and property owners.

“Thank you for everything you have done on my behalf over the period…Your help, advice and professionalism has been second to none and truly appreciated.”

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