Solicitor at Watermans

Shawn Wood

Solicitor - Head of Property Law

Shawn joined the business in 2013 after completing his LLB and Diploma in Legal Practice at Edinburgh Napier University & the University of Glasgow, and then completed his traineeship with Watermans. He has experience in a wide variety of legal areas including Family Law, Commercial Property, Conveyancing, Wills, Power of Attorney & Executries. Shawn took on the role of Head of Conveyancing in 2021 & leads the conveyancing team in all aspects of commercial & residential conveyancing. “My clients would describe me as being approachable, down to earth and easy to get on with. This allows me to build relationships with my clients and provide straightforward legal advice without all the jargon.”

5-10 Dock Place, EH6 6LU

Practice Areas

Housing & Property

5.0/5 71 Client Reviews 71
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71 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Sheila Smith
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August 04, 2024 20240804091338

A Very Positive Experience at a Really Stressful Time

5

Although Waterman's are not my regular solicitors, I decided to ask Shawn Wood, to act on my behalf, for buying and selling my property, on the advice and guidance of the estate agent from Belvoir. It is 31 years since I last bought and sold. I made Shawn aware from the start, that I am naturally a slightly anxious person. I felt all the way through the process, that he afforded me the ability to voice my anxieties and concerns. I was dealt with kindness, understanding and patience by him. I fully appreciate how very busy he is, but felt comfortable being slightly 'needy'.
All legal documents, were broken down in 'bite size' chunks by him and sent to me by email, so I could 'digest' them in my own time and pace. I was able to re-read them at my leisure, so I fully understood the implications.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 06 August, 2024

Thank you for your positive review, Sheila. We are delighted to hear that Shawn was such a help to you throughout the process, and we will be passing on your kind words!

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Kevin Anderson
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July 31, 2024 20240731120915

First Class - start to finish

5

Recently sold my flat and all went smoothly- everything was addressed “on line” and I therefore was not required to make a trip to lawyers to discuss or sign any documents.
Highly recommended.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 01 August, 2024

Thank you for leaving a review of your experience, Kevin. We appreciate the positive feedback and look forward to working with you again!

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Brian Tollins
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May 21, 2024 20240521162424

First Class

5

Excellent service from Evie Brown and Shawn Wood and all the team at Watermans.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 21 May, 2024

Thank you for leaving a review for Evie and Shawn. We appreciate your positive feedback and look forward to working with you again!

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Rory Greig
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April 15, 2024 20240415162601

Buy to Let Purchase

5

I employed Watermans to help with the conveyancing services of my first buy-to-let property purchase. Evie and Shawn provided an excellent service the whole way through the process, keeping me up to date on progress and explaining in detail wherever I had questions. I was very pleased that I had chosen Watermans to act as my solicitor and would certainly recommend them. Watermans offer a rare combination of a first class, seamless service with friendly and approachable staff.

Many thanks and I look forward to using Watermans again in the future.

Thanks,
Rory

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 15 April, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review for Evie & Shawn!

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Lucie Phillips
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April 10, 2024 20240410163752

Professional and supportive

5

I can highly recommend Watermans to support you through the purchasing of a property. Shawn and his team were supportive and responsive throughout, concluding my sale within 8 weeks of an offer being accepted. They are also very friendly and make the stressful process of house purchasing that bit more pleasant!

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 11 April, 2024

Thank you for leaving a positive review! We are glad to hear that Shawn and the team were able to make the process less stressful for you.

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L Birrell
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January 29, 2024 20240129213534

Conveyancing

5

Shawn sold 2 flats for us. One flat had a difficult purchaser's lawyer. He dealt with that situation incredibly well.

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A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 30 January, 2024

We appreciate you taking the time to leave feedback for Shawn!

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James
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June 02, 2023 20230602094320

Excellent Service & Support!

5

Shawn and the team at Watermans were brilliant in supporting us through the purchase and acquisition of our new home. Shawn's approach was supportive and reassuring at all times - he kept in constant communication, providing updates throughout the purchase process. All the paperwork was completed with care and attention to detail - it made the process smooth and easy for us as buyers.
Would definitely recommend the service of Shawn and the team at Watermans for buying a house - they have great competitive rates for conveyancing!

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 05 June, 2023

Thank you for leaving a review for Shawn and the team! We are glad to hear that they were able to make the purchase process smooth and straightforward for you.

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Kostas K
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May 09, 2023 20230509190805

Excellent experience

5

We were recommended to use Watermans and Shawn when buying our first property. Shawn made the whole process very easy; I never expected it to be so straightforward. Shawn provided an excellent service throughout the way; he was professional and at the same time, friendly and always happy to explain things. We will definitely be using Watermans and Shawn in the future. Highly recommended!

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 17 May, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Shawn, we will be passing along your kind words.

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Elizabeth Russell
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April 28, 2023 20230428200130

Excellent experience

5

Shawn was very helpful and coped well with me living in Germany. Minor technical difficulties (I don't have a computer, only a iPad.) were overcome with his help. His emails were unfailingly polite and helpful and he always responded quickly to mine. Having had an unfortunate experience with two other solicitors over the years, I was totally reassured by Shawn from the start. He also has good back-up min the firm. Despite the signed disposition taking three weeks to arrive from Germany, I received payment for my flat only two days later.

I can unreservedly recommend Shawn to anyone looking for a good solicitor.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 04 May, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Shawn. We are delighted to hear that your experience with Watermans was so positive.

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Stacey Philbin
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March 03, 2023 20230303164836

House sale

5

This has been so easy and smooth , great communication through out whole process, friendly and so easy I really can't fault Shawn. I will definitely be in touch in future thank you so much.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 08 March, 2023

We are delighted to hear about your positive experience. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review - we will be passing your kind words on to Shawn!

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Jaden
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December 06, 2024
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Jaden

5

Shawn Wood helped us tremendously! He was efficient , kept us updated throughout the process , replied immediately and got the job done . Hassle and stress free experience . Would highly recommend Shawn . Thanks Shawn !

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 10 December, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to write a review, Jaden! We are delighted to hear that Shawn was able to make the process a hassle and stress-free one, and look forward to working with you again in the future.

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Nicole
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October 30, 2024
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Nicole

5

I used Watermans for my first flat purchase, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Shawn Wood was my conveyancing solicitor, and he was absolutely wonderful. From start to finish, Shawn kept to his word regarding the timeline, which was crucial for me since I was working under a strict deadline.

Shawn was not only reliable and efficient but also incredibly reassuring throughout the process. He answered all my questions with patience and clarity, making a potentially stressful experience much smoother. Thank you, Shawn, for your professionalism and support!

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 30 October, 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review for Shawn. We are delighted that he was able to make the process of buying your first flat as smooth and stress-free a process as possible. Congrats on buying your first home!

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Andy
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Andy

5

Friendly, professional and very effective service from Shaun Wood at Watermans. We used them for both buying and selling, and would absolutely recommend the firm to other homeowners.

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A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 17 August, 2023

Thank you for leaving a review for Shawn and the team! We are glad you had a positive experience.

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Darren
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Darren

5

Rachel Stewart & Shawn Wood were excellent in dealing with some conveyancing work on my behalf.

Communication and timescales were excellent and I would not hesitate to look further than Watermans for any legal advice.

Will most definitely use again in the future.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 04 May, 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review of your positive experience. We'll be passing along your kind words.

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Chris
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Chris

5

I recently instructed Watermans to sell my property after they were recommended to me and I have been hugely impressed with the service provided. Shawn Wood in particular has been highly knowledgeable and responsive, and has made the process very easy for me. Their fees and costs also seem competitive. I would not hesitate to recommend Watermans to others and we will be inviting Shawn to act for us on further transactions in the near future. Many thanks to Shawn and the team.

Lawyer named in this review: Shawn Wood

A representative from Watermans responded to this review on 07 November, 2022

Thanks for taking the time to leave such a great review for Shawn! We are glad to hear that he and the wider team were able to make the process as simple and straightforward as possible for you.

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About Shawn Wood

Shawn joined the business in 2013 after completing his LLB and Diploma in Legal Practice at Edinburgh Napier University & the University of Glasgow, and then completed his traineeship with Watermans. He has experience in a wide variety of legal areas including Family Law, Commercial Property, Conveyancing, Wills, Power of Attorney & Executries. Shawn took on the role of Head of Conveyancing in 2021 & leads the conveyancing team in all aspects of commercial & residential conveyancing. “My clients would describe me as being approachable, down to earth and easy to get on with. This allows me to build relationships with my clients and provide straightforward legal advice without all the jargon.”

Languages Spoken: English

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5-10 Dock Place

EH6 6LU



Phone 0131 555 7055

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WORK EXPERIENCE

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Head of Property Law

Watermans Legal Limited

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