Nicola Buchanan

Senior Associate Director

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Nicola has been practising exclusively in the field of family law since 2005. She specialises in divorce, financial provision, cohabitation, contact/residence disputes and relocation cases as well as the preparation and negotiation of Minutes of Agreements. She is experienced in complex financial provision cases and in highly acrimonious contact and residence disputes. She has extensive court experience and is an Accredited Mediator and fully trained Collaborative Lawyer.

  • Regulated by: The Law Society of Scotland

  • Based in Edinburgh
  • Licensed for 5 years

Accepting new clients via ReviewSolicitors

Nicola has been practising exclusively in the field of family law since 2005. She specialises in divorce, financial provision, cohabitation, contact/residence disputes and relocation cases as well as the preparation and negotiation of Minutes of Agreements. She is experienced in complex financial provision cases and in highly acrimonious contact and residence disputes. She has extensive court experience and is an Accredited Mediator and fully trained Collaborative Lawyer.

  • Regulated by: The Law Society of Scotland

  • Based in Edinburgh
  • Licensed for 5 years

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  • Scullion LAW

    Senior Associate

    2020 - Present 6 years and 5 months

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Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–16:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

93 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3ES

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Excellent legal support

I was involved in a 2 1/2 year highly contentious, emotionally taxing journey through the family court. Nicola was clear and direct with me the whole time. She is highly competent, skilled, compassionate and honest. I recommend her without reservation.

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We are pleased to hear that Nicola provided clear, direct, and consistent support throughout what sounds like a very challenging and emotionally difficult family court process. It is especially good to know that you felt she was both highly competent and compassionate throughout. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and your recommendation.

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So friendly and professional

Nicola made me feel so comfortable from the get go! She was friendly and professional and put me at complete ease

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Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Nicola made you feel comfortable and provided a friendly, professional service.

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Gary Macdonald

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Family Law

Excellence

Met Nicola today for our initial appointment. It was a face to face chat which is the best way to start to process. Nicola asked questions and as I answered she explained my various options. I must say I felt relaxed through the whole chat and left rather happy with Nicola and trust her to act for me. She has the experience and knowledge and it was reassuring

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Gary, thank you for your review. We’re pleased to hear Nicola made you feel comfortable and well informed during your initial appointment, and that you left feeling reassured and confident in her support.

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I can’t thank Nicola enough, I had a one hour face to face appointment with Nicola , before appointment I was very nervous , after 10 minutes with Nicola I felt at ease & I new I had made the right decision with Scullion Law . I felt like I didn’t know what way to turn , after my meeting with Nicola I felt a huge sigh of relief, her expertise & knowledge is outstanding . I can’t thank Nicola enough .

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Thank you for your glowing review. We're so pleased Nicola was able to put you at ease during your face-to-face appointment and provide the expertise and support you needed.

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First divorce!

On my initial phone call, I spoke with Shaun. He took a detailed background showing sensitivity and understanding. I felt at ease and confident I had made the correct choice with Scullions. My face to face meeting was arranged with Nicola. She showed the same professionalism and compassion whilst advising my options. Where necessary explaining twice! I felt my input and questions were valued and feel so relieved I have a confident plan to go forward. No pressure. Thank you.

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Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad Shaun and Nicola made you feel at ease with their professional and compassionate approach. It’s a priority for to ensure our clients feel understood and confident in their options.

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Abbie

I used Nicola at Scullion Law for Family Law matters and I definitely made the right decision. Nicola was great at explaining everything to me clearly and I felt she really cared about my case. There is always somebody available to take your call at Scullion Law which is comforting. Thank you again Nicola & her team.

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Very professional, efficient and friendly service.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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