about us


Graham Ritchie LL.B. (Hons) LL. M N.P.
Partner
48 North Bridge Street, Bathgate, West Lothian EH48 4PP
0845 8738 112
gritchie@rnsolicitors.com
Based in our Bathgate office, Graham can be seen everywhere. Together with Janette, he manages the firm, as well as leading a legendary social life.
His long track record as a very efficient Solicitor -the only profession he, in his own words, has "ever considered"- intertwines with his well known good humour and his unique capacity of relating to our clients on the human level.
His areas of practice cover:
Commercial and Residential Property
Trusts and Executries
Information Technology Law
SIPP and SSAS purchase

Janette Neill LL.B. N.P.
Partner
88-90 East Main Street, Broxburn, West Lothian EH52 5EG
0845 8738 112
jneill@rnsolicitors.com
Janette is based in our Broxburn office and is Ritchie Neill Litigation partner. She returned to University and started her career as a Solicitor while managing her growing family. It's our belief that this juggling of tasks brought a priceless added value to her professional success, to the effective and empathising way she deals with clients.
She has an extensive Sheriff Court practice encompassing all areas of Litigation and is a member of the Motor Accident Solicitors Society (MASS).

Alma Alexander
Legal Executive
48 North Bridge Street* Bathgate* EH48 4PP
01506 63 55 90
aalexander@rnsolicitors.com
Alma has worked in the Law environment for over 20 years and has built up considerable experience, which at Ritchie Neill she applies specifically on the preparation of Wills and on assisting with Inheritance Tax planning.
Upon receiving instructions from Graham, she draws up Continuing/Welfare/Powers of Attorney.
Alma also lends her support to the Conveyancing team when needed.

Denise McKenzie
Conveyancing Paralegal
12 Brougham Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9JH
0131 222 4860
dmckenzie@rnsolicitors.com
Denise McKenzie has been part of the Ritchie Neill team for 20 years and a Conveyancing Paralegal since 1996.Over the years she has developed an impressive client base with a particular interest and expertise in the field of investment in the Edinburgh property market. Her attention to detail is immaculate and her long experience and reassuring approach to clients are key features of her success. With the Buying and Selling process regarded as a pivotal and often stressful time in people's lives, Denise is regarded by her clients as a real driving force throughout the transactions, meeting tight deadlines and settling deals with efficiency and flair. Her work represents a benchmark of excellence both to the firm and to her clients.

Claire  McConaghy
Conveyancing Paralegal
48 North Bridge Street Bathgate EH48 4PP
01506 63 55 90
cmcconaghy@rnsolicitors.com
With an extensive experience both in Commercial and Residential Conveyancing, Claire handles magnificently all the stages of the acquisition of office premises, hotel and industrial property as well as being the ideal person to deal with when it is the buying or selling of your home. Re-mortgages and transfers of title are also Claire's domain.

Maud  Lithgow
Court Solicitor

01506 858 856
mlithgow@rnsolicitors.com
Maud joins the firm as a court solicitor in the Broxburn and Bathgate offices. She trained in the field of litigation at one of Scotland's top ten law firms, appearing regularly at Sherriff Courts throughout Scotland. Her background is in business management within the Oil Indus try. Maud is Swedish and has lived in the UK since 1996, qualifying as a Scottish solicitor in 2010.Her dedicated and assured approach to litigation matches her firm priority to keep clients updated and reassured at all times throughout the entire process.

Margaret Moffat
Property Manager
48 North Bridge Street Bathgate EH48 4PP
01506 63 55 90
mmoffat@rnsolicitors.com
Margaret has been working in legal offices for over 30 years. She was previously a Court Paralegal but in 2006 decided to make the switch to Conveyancing. She has now taken over the post of Property Manager and is based in our Bathgate Office. She has a friendly and efficient manner and always focuses on her clients' needs and priorities. Her knowledge of the property market along with her past experience in Conveyancing and attention to detail is greatly appreciated by her clients.

Joan Fox
Property & Marketing
12 Brougham Street, Edinburgh, EH3 9JH
0131 222 4860
jfox@rnsolicitors.com
Joan has been involved in the Edinburgh property scene for many years. With a background in both corporate and residential letting, she has a particular interest in advising investors wishing to purchase properties in the Edinburgh market. Ritchie Neill has a strong commitment to the support of community projects and the wider field of the Arts. Joan is closely involved in the promotion of these initiatives and in the organisation of related corporate events.

Susan Melrose
Senior Claims Handler
88/90 East Main Street Broxburn EH52 5EG
01506 85 88 56
smelrose@rnsolicitors.com
Susan, like many in our Broxburn office, has an Insurance background. She has been with the firm for 11 years. She specialises in handling and negotiating serious personal injury claims.

Saddaf Akhtar
Property Solicitor
12 Brougham Street Edinburgh EH3 9JH
0131 222 4860
sakhtar@rnsolicitors.com


Saddaf joins the firm as a property solicitor in the Edinburgh office. Her field of expertise is in commercial and residential property with a particular focus on personal advice and service of the highest quality. Her background also includes dealing with acquisitions, disposals, funding and all aspects of leasing of office and retail property throughout Scotland. An ability to keep her clients informed at all stages of the transaction and to turn things around quickly are key aspects of her approach.

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