Providing expert legal assistance for over 100 years.
As a small team we bring a personal touch to everything we do. Our combined experience, skills and knowledge mean that, while we are small, we are experts in what we do.
Life is full of difficult decisions and tricky situations. Let us make the ride a little easier for you, with our range of legal, family and lifetime services.
Based in Dunfermline, we’ve become a trusted name in the community for people to turn to when they need a solicitor they can truly rely on. For over 120 years we’ve been advising our clients on everything from writing wills to settling legal disputes.
We’re estate agents too, and experts at helping you buy or sell your property. If you’re looking for your next home, be sure to tap into our skilled estate agency team, who can make your move as smooth as possible.
Our clients are welcome to use our large private car park at the front of the building whilst attending at our office.
Meet the team
As a small team we bring a personal touch to everything we do. Our combined experience, skills and knowledge mean that, while we are small, we are experts in what we do. Click an image below to get in touch.
Ralph McCran
Ralph joined the firm in 1989 and first became a Partner in 1992. Ralph deals in all matters relating to dispute resolution and litigation particularly family law, guardianships, debt recovery and all manner of contractual disputes. He is appointed by the Sheriff Court to prepare Child Welfare Reports in family cases and as Safeguarder to Adults in guardianship cases. Ralph is a Past Dean of Dunfermline District Society of Solicitors, Past Chairman of Dunfermline Round Table and currently Vice- President of Dunfermline Rotary Club.
Steven Fell
Steven heads our Property department. Qualified as a solicitor in 1994, Steven has over 20 years’ experience dealing with all types of property transactions, both domestic and commercial. Steven also advises clients regarding Wills and Powers of Attorney.
Aileen Shaw
Qualified as a solicitor since 1984, Aileen heads up our Wills and Executries department. As such Aileen offers significant expertise in this increasing complex and important field, advising clients on Will drafting, Inheritance Tax planning, Powers of Attorney, and the administration and winding up of estates.
Lyndsey McCran
Lyndsey qualified as a solicitor in 1993 and has worked in Dunfermline for most of her career. Lyndsey joined the firm in February 2017 and deals with all aspects of Family Law including separation, divorce, residence and contact disputes, interdicts, cohabitation and prenuptial Agreements. Lyndsey is a member of the Family Law Association.
Lynsey Pender
Qualified as a solicitor since 2008, Lynsey joined the firm in 2018, having previously spent 12 years with a long established local firm. She has a wealth of experience in all aspects of residential conveyancing, enabling her to provide expert guidance and support to clients throughout the moving process. She advises a range of clients on all aspects of conveyancing, including property sales/purchases, re-mortgages, transfers of title and equity release.
Peter Scott
Peter qualified as a solicitor in 1996 and is experienced in dealing with all aspects of selling or purchasing your home or business. His clear, practical advice is highly valued by his clients who return to him time and time again. Peter can assist clients with a broad spectrum of property matters whether commercial or residential, from first time buyers to those moving on to their next home. He can also guide clients through transfers of title and lifetime mortgages and in preparing wills and powers of attorney.
Lynne Ferguson
Lynne is your first point of contact at Malcolm Jack & Matheson for all enquiries regarding valuations and sales. Lynne prides herself on providing a professional, friendly and enthusiastic approach to all aspects of marketing, keeping clients updated on their sale progress and offering helpful advice and assistance.