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SPONSORED: Expansion Opportunity – Ayrshire

1st May 2025

A thriving High Street practice with over 30 years of success is now available.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a long-established and profitable mixed-service legal practice in a prominent town centre location in Ayrshire.

Built over three decades, this firm has cultivated a loyal and well-retained client base, underpinned by a strong private client portfolio and a well-stocked wills bank. The practice delivers consistent, exceptional profits year on year and holds a respected reputation within the local community.

Key highlights:

• Proven sustained profitability

• Strong local presence in a visible High Street location

• Premises available for purchase or lease

• Returning client base with longstanding relationships

• Partner(s) willing to remain to support a smooth transition

This is a strategic opportunity for an ambitious firm looking to

expand its presence in a busy legal services market.

Speak in confidence to: Graeme McKinstry - McKinstry Practice Management

graeme@mckinstrypm.co.uk

07980 833 160

 

SPONSORED: Will Notice - Mary Reid

25th November 2025
Would any person holding or having knowledge of a Will by MRS MARY REID who died in 2015 please contact Richard Murray at Connell & Connell LLP.

Sheriff Appeal Court turns 10 — How Scotland's legal landscape has changed

24th November 2025
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Practical PR Guide for Solicitors — How to take control of a media enquiry in the first five minutes

24th November 2025
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