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VICTORIAN BEGINNINGS
In 1856 Alexander Graham returned to his native Crieff on completion of Law Classes in Edinburgh and set up in business. He built a flourishing practice, became Town Clerk in 1880 and also served as Clerk to a number of the old School Boards. On his death in 1885, the business was carried on by Malcolm Finlayson, and the name “Graham and Finlayson” was used from then on. Mr. Finlayson, who came from Blackford, also trained in Edinburgh and was Provost of Crieff for 12 years. The legal practice was carried on into the 20th Century by succeeding partners – the current partners being Robert Bolton and David Smart.
THE PRESENT DAY
The Firm considers it of vital importance to uphold the long-established traditions of personal service and attention to detail and is pleased to have extremely loyal staff who have over 100 years of service between them. The Firm has not been slow to recognise the benefits which properly applied technology can bring and equipment is kept up-to-date to ensure that clients work is handled with speed and efficiency. Being a small practice brings the advantage for our clients that they receive a very personal service and know who is assisting them throughout an item of work.
PARTNERS AND STAFF
Robert B.A. Bolton (Partner)David J. Smart (Partner)
Robert B.A. Bolton (Partner)rbab@gandfsols.co.uk

Crieff native educated at Morrisons Academy in which he continues to take a keen interest. Joined late father in firm following University and Training in Edinburgh. Senior Partner since 1972. Married with three grown-up children. Notary Public and member of W.S. Society. Secretary of Perthshire Solicitors Property Centre. Piping, running and sailing take up leisure hours.
David J. Smart (Partner)djs@gandfsols.co.uk

Graduated in Aberdeen in 1986 and joined the firm as an Assistant in 1989 after completing Traineeship in Tain, Ross-shire. Became Partner in 1991. Notary Public. Main area of work is conveyancing. Married to a professional musician with two daughters. A keen sportsman when time permits with golf his main sport.

Property Manager & Receptionist
Joanne Allanjoanne@gandfsols.co.uk
Executry Paralegal (Advanced)
Liz Dawsonliz@gandfsols.co.uk
Cashier(Cashroom)
Brenda Blaikiebrenda@gandfsols.co.uk
Secretarial
For RBAB
Heatherheather@gandfsols.co.uk
For DJS
Anneanne@gandfsols.co.uk
Louiselouise@gandfsols.co.uk