Best Wrongful Death Solicitors in Edinburgh North

Compare the best Wrongful Death solicitors and lawyers in Edinburgh North, ranked by verified client reviews: 42 law firms, updated 29 October 2026.

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    In Scotland, the equivalent is the dependants’ action, pursued under Scots law for loss suffered by family members when a person dies due to another’s fault. Proceedings typically take place in the Court of Session or Sheriff Court, depending on the circumstances, with damages assessed under Scots rules and schemes. A solicitor in this area handles proving fault and causation, assembling earnings and dependency evidence, and negotiating or arguing for damages on behalf of dependants, including any applicable bereavement considerations under Scottish law.

    1

    Thompsons

    Featured
    4.8 2,567 Reviews

    834 Wrongful Death reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Personal Injury Law (271)No Win No Fee (187)Accident At Work (155)

    Richard Laird Your solicitor Richard Laird Solicitor
    “Jennifer was absolutely brilliant when handling our family claim against the insurance company of the person who killed my daughter. Jennifer has been understanding and has kept us informed every step of the way and helped to ensure that this was a quick and stressless process for all the family and I can't thank her enough for all she has done to ensure that we get as much compensation as we could from the insurers”
    A client review matching your search · about Jennifer Wallace
    • Kept me updated
    • Very professional
    • Excellent communication
    • Speaks
    • Personal InjuryThe Law Society of Scotland
    Free initial advice
    2

    Jones Whyte Law Ltd

    4.8 3,655 Reviews

    251 Wrongful Death reviews 1 review this year

    Reviewed for Car Accident (109)Road Traffic Accident (89)Personal Injury Law (59)

    3

    Watermans

    4.9 1,531 Reviews

    412 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Road Traffic Accident (182)Personal Injury Law (180)Car Accident (107)

    4

    Scullion LAW

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    4.9 3,220 Reviews

    20 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Road Traffic Accident (11)Car Accident (3)

    What Wrongful Death clients highlight

    • clear communication
    • fast responses
    • highly professional
    • thorough attention

    4.9 from 3,220 client reviews

    “Michael was fantastic from start to finish. Being charged with a driving offence Michael was very professional and knowledgeable communicating to me exactly what could be done to better my situation. He tried everything but ultimately there’s only so much you can do. Due to my personal circumstances I was facing a lengthy ban but Michael was able to get me a result far better than expected.”
    A client review matching your search · about Michael Stewart
    • Speaks
    • The Law Society of ScotlandChambers UK Leading Firm 2026Legal 500 2026Accredited specialist Family law
    Free initial advice
    5

    Thorntons Solicitors

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    4.9 3,737 Reviews

    19 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Personal Injury Law (10)Car Accident (3)Road Traffic Accident (3)

    What Wrongful Death clients highlight

    • Knowledgeable staff
    • Friendly staff
    • Clear explanations
    • Professional service

    4.9 from 3,737 client reviews

    • Family LawFamily MediationChildren LawImmigration Law Advanced
    Free initial advice
    6

    Harper Macleod LLP

    4.7 1,061 Reviews

    177 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Road Traffic Accident (84)Car Accident (79)Personal Injury Law (59)

    7

    Irwin Mitchell Llp

    4.7 13,771 Reviews

    13 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Serious Injury (6)

    8

    HF Limited

    4.7 408 Reviews

    68 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Car Accident (41)Road Traffic Accident (39)Personal Injury Law (8)

    9

    Balfour + Manson LLP

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    4.9 522 Reviews

    127 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Personal Injury Law (78)Accident At Work (19)Car Accident (14)

    Peter Littlefair Leads the Wrongful Death team Peter Littlefair Partner 4.6 from 8 client reviews
    Michaela GuthrieAdelle WalkerDiana MackenzieIona Campbell Works with Michaela Guthrie and 4 more
    “I dealt with two people from start to finish. Ann Logan in the initial stages, and then Carolyn McPhee through to the final compensation. Throughout the process communication was excellent, always keeping me appraised of exactly what was happening at both ends of the equation. Although we were delayed by Covid and due process, I never doubted everything was being progressed as quickly as possible, certainly from a Balfour Manson perspective.”
    A client review matching your search · about Ann Logan
    • supportive
    • compassionate
    • professional
    • The Law Society of ScotlandAccredited specialist Personal injury lawAccredited specialist Family lawAccredited specialist Medical negligence law
    Free initial advice
    11

    Lawford Kidd

    5.0 310 Reviews

    267 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Personal Injury Law (203)Road Traffic Accident (29)Accident At Work (21)

    15

    Lindsays LLP

    4.6 629 Reviews

    9 Wrongful Death reviews

    Reviewed for Car Accident (4)Road Traffic Accident (4)

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