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Lesley Macdonald has joined Lindsays

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One of Dundee’s best-known family lawyers, Lesley Macdonald, is now part of Lindsays’ Family Law team

With more than 40 years’ experience advising individuals and families across Tayside, Lesley has rejoined our firm as a Consultant, based in Dundee.

Lesley returns to Lindsays having previously been a Partner with the firm. Over the past nine years, she has led her own practice, Lesley Macdonald Family Law, continuing to support clients across the region.

She has built a strong reputation for her work in family law, particularly in complex financial matters, including the division of assets and cohabitee claims.

Hilary Sandman, Lesley’s longstanding assistant, has also joined Lindsays, bringing more than 35 years’ experience supporting clients and legal teams in Dundee.

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Contact Lesley directly

M: 07900 429196

E: Lesleymacdonald@lindsays.co.uk


“I’m very pleased to have rejoined Lindsays and to be part of a larger team again.
Throughout the nine years I was away, I maintained a strong working relationship with the team and regularly referred clients to the firm where it had particular expertise.
This move feels positive not just for me, but for the people I work with, who now have access to the full range of support available across Lindsays.”


Lesley is now part of our established Family Law team in Tayside, working alongside colleagues across Dundee, Perth and Crieff

If you would like to get in touch with Lesley, you can contact her directly using the details below

E: Lesleymacdonald@lindsays.co.uk

M: 07900 429196

DD: 01382 317183

A: Seabraes House, 18 Greenmarket, Dundee, DD1 4QB

Meet the Family Law team

Family law is personal, and we treat it that way. We’ll guide you through separation, divorce, financial arrangements and child-related matters with care, clarity and a focus on workable outcomes.

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