Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Legal Representation in Aberdeen
Established in 2005, Woodward Lawson Court Solicitors is a specialist legal practice based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Our firm combines extensive courtroom experience with a client-focused approach, offering tailored representation in criminal defence, civil litigation, and related legal matters. Founding partners Ian Woodward-Nutt and Philip Lawson bring decades of combined expertise, with Ian qualified as a Solicitor Advocate for High Court representation and Philip holding advanced qualifications in construction law.We prioritise clear communication, ensuring clients understand complex legal processes while maintaining accessibility through 24/7 availability for urgent criminal cases. Our services extend to contractual disputes, building litigation, debt recovery, and mental health law, supported by a commitment to both professional excellence and compassionate client support.
Services
Criminal Defence
Civil Litigation
Contractual Disputes
Building Disputes
Road Traffic Offences
Debt Collection
Property Disputes
Guardianship Applications
Boundary Disputes
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years' experience in criminal law with High Court qualification
- Our team provides clear legal explanations without complex jargon
- 24/7 availability for urgent criminal defence matters
- Founding partners hold advanced legal qualifications and teaching experience
- Specialist focus on Scottish courtroom procedures and local legal systems
Associations and certifications
- Solicitor Advocate
What people say
Top notch legal professionals
Don't bother going elsewhere
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence service provides expert courtroom representation for all offence levels across Scottish courts. We specialise in serious criminal cases requiring High Court advocacy, with a solicitor available 24/7 for police station attendances and urgent hearings. Clients receive straightforward legal explanations and strategic defence planning, with funding options including Legal Aid assessments and fixed-fee arrangements for straightforward cases.
Civil Litigation
We handle complex civil disputes in Sheriff Courts and the Court of Session, covering contractual disagreements, property boundaries, and debt recovery. Our approach combines thorough case preparation with practical settlement negotiations, supported by specialist expert witnesses. The service includes arbitration, adjudication, and enforcement of court decrees through arrestments and insolvency petitions.
Contractual Disputes
Specialist resolution for business contract conflicts, including breach claims, damages assessment, and injunctive relief. We assist with contract interpretation, performance disputes, and commercial negotiations, representing clients in Sheriff Court and Court of Session proceedings. Our service includes pre-litigation advice to prevent disputes escalating to formal legal action.
Building Disputes
Expert legal support for construction industry conflicts involving defective workmanship, payment disputes, and contractual disagreements. We work with architectural and engineering experts to build strong cases, offering mediation services and court representation in both residential and commercial building disputes across Aberdeen and Scotland.
Road Traffic Offences
Comprehensive defence for motoring offences including speeding, drink-driving, and dangerous driving charges. With over 20 years' experience in traffic law, we provide strategic representation in court proceedings and negotiate penalty mitigation. The service includes free initial consultations and expert guidance on licence disqualification implications.
People
Ian Woodward-Nutt
Solicitor Advocate
Qualified in 1991, Ian is one of Aberdeen's few Solicitor Advocates with High Court rights. He specialises in criminal law, mental health cases, and civil litigation, combining courtroom expertise with teaching experience at Aberdeen University. His practice includes complex criminal defence and guardianship matters.
Philip Lawson
Consultant Court Solicitor
With over 30 years' experience, Philip focuses on civil litigation and construction law. He holds an MSc in Construction Law, acts as a construction arbitrator, and tutors postgraduate law students. His expertise covers contractual disputes, building adjudications, and construction industry conflicts.
Questions
Do you offer free initial consultations for criminal cases?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for criminal defence matters to discuss your case options.
Can I get Legal Aid for my case?
Eligibility depends on financial circumstances and case type. We assist with Legal Aid applications for criminal cases.
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We focus on criminal defence, civil litigation, contractual disputes, building disputes, and road traffic offences.
Are your solicitors qualified for High Court work?
Yes, Ian Woodward-Nutt is a qualified Solicitor Advocate with High Court representation rights.
Do you handle commercial debt collection cases?
Yes, we provide debt recovery services including court action and enforcement of decrees.
How quickly can I get legal advice for an urgent matter?
Ian Woodward-Nutt is available 24/7 for urgent criminal defence matters and police station attendances.
