Shawn Wood

Director and Head of Conveyancing

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.

"Outside of work, I have a Hibernian season ticket and enjoy watching them play home and away.
I also love my music and I’m the lead singer of a local function band. We play in pubs, clubs and at weddings across the country most weekends."

Best Thing About The Job

“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.”

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    We understand that dealing with legal and estate agency matters can feel overwhelming, which is why we’re committed to making the process as simple and stress-free as possible. But don’t just take our word for it — read our reviews below to see what our clients have to say about their experience with us.

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    Buy-to-let purchase

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

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    Rory 15/04/2026

    Buying at auction

    Can't recommend Watermans enough! I dealt with Shawn Wood who gave me all the information I needed. He was really helpful and kept me updated with the progress of the purchase, as it was my first time buying an auction property. Shawn was excellent and reassuring when helping me through navigating with auction properties in a short turnaround.

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    David 10/02/2026

    Thoroughly recommend

    My property sale was a great experience with Shawn at Watermans. We were working across timezones but his clear, concise and timely comms made it easy and smooth. I’d thoroughly recommend Shawn and wouldn’t hesitate to use Shawn and Watermans again.

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    Colin 01/05/2026

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    Glasgow

    Dunfermline

    Bonnyrigg

    Dundee

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