The acquisition effected on 5^th August 2022, represents a further consolidation and development of The McKinstry Company which offers a range of services across the legal spectrum including all aspects of property transactions, Wills and inheritance tax planning, business law, litigation and family law.

The Firm comprises 3 Partners, with 10 solicitors in total across the three offices, which are in Ayr at 39 Sandgate, Dalrymple Street in Girvan and now in New Street in Dalry and together boasts a huge range of knowledge, skills and legal expertise.

The principal of James Patrick & Muir, Mr Jimmy Russell, will continue as Consultant to The McKinstry Company for a short period following the acquisition to ensure a smooth transition of the business.

On completion of the acquisition, Robert Honeyman, Managing Partner commented: -

“We are delighted to formalise our association with James Patrick & Muir and are grateful to Mr Russell to have the opportunity to acquire this practice on his retirement. James Patrick & Muir has enjoyed a tremendous and strong reputation and client following over many generations in Dalry and the surrounding areas. When Mr Russell took over James Patrick & Muir in July 1988 he committed to the continuity of the high standards of service set by Mr Muir before his own retirement. Mr Russell has done just that and it is our intention to continue to provide high quality legal advice and service which has been the tradition of the practice.  We look forward to welcoming clients existing and new to our office at 44 New Street, Dalry and to providing outstanding legal advice and quality of service to the people of North Ayrshire.”

As part of the team which will oversee the running of the Dalry office, The McKinstry Company is also delighted to announce the recruitment and appointment of Katherine Honeyman as an Associate.  Katherine, who has lived in North Ayrshire almost all her life, will be based in the Dalry office and will have responsibility for the management and development of the office.

Katherine is an experienced solicitor with over 25 years in practice having worked primarily  throughout the West of Scotland and for the past 12 years with the same firm in Ardrossan and Largs. Katherine has a broad range of legal expertise and understands the importance of first class service and the development of a strong relationship with all clients.

Katherine commented on her appointment:

“This is an exciting opportunity and I am looking forward to playing a key part in the further growth of an ambitious firm where I will be able to offer clients in North Ayrshire the quality of Private Client service already provided by our other offices and look forward to meeting with clients, existing and new. “