News and Insights
30 January 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
Five questions to consider when thinking about a divorce or separation
If you are considering divorce or separation, at any time of the year, here are five fundamental questions you should ask yourself.
25 January 2024 | Time to read: 3 mins
Is court the only option for reaching a financial agreement in a divorce?
Most people want to avoid the inevitable stress and expense of going to court to sort out the financial aspects of their separation, so what is the alternative?
12 January 2024 | Time to read: 2 mins
Gillespie Macandrew appoints new rural specialist to its partnership
By Robert Graham-Campbell , Robert Scott-Dempster
Scottish law firm Gillespie Macandrew has appointed rural law specialist, Lizzie McFadzean to its partnership.
09 January 2024 | Time to read: 4 mins
Number of issues still to be addressed in the Housing (Cladding Remediation) (Scotland) Bill
Keith Emmerson reviews the key provisions of the long-awaited Housing (Cladding Remediation) (Scotland) Bill and the potential issues with the legislation.
05 January 2024 | Time to read: 8 mins
The aim of the game is to win…. Or is it? Mediation in football
Alex Robertson analyses the current approach to resolving disputes in football and the benefits of adopting mediation in sport.
21 December 2023 | Time to read: 1 min
The Trusts & Succession (Scotland) Bill passed at Scottish Parliament
By David Mowlem
The Trusts & Succession (Scotland) Bill was passed at the Scottish Parliament on 20 December 2023, David Mowlem provides an update.
15 December 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins
Home Office announces major changes to UK Immigration Rules
With the recent “five point plan” announcement from the Government on UK Immigration Rules, we look at each point and what this means for businesses.
15 December 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins
The essence of family protection
John Stirling discusses the essence of family protection and the importance of being aware of the differences between trusts, nuptials and cohab agreements.
13 December 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
Employment Law – what to look out for in 2024
Employment Law Specialist, Fraser Vandal highlights the new legislation coming into force in 2024 and the key changes employers should look out for.
11 December 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
Property Chains – hints and tips when buying or selling a property
Residential property solicitor Jazmin MacPherson outlines the characteristics of a property chain and questions to ask your Solicitor.
08 December 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
Trust law – What are the key differences north and south of the border?
By David Mowlem
Although there are many similarities in trust law, it is important to note the key differences between Scotland vs England & Wales.
05 December 2023 | Time to read: 2 mins
Owners Beware: Changes to Empty Property Relief for Non-domestic Properties in Edinburgh
By Beth Hancock
With changes being made to the Empty Property Relief in Edinburgh, we highlight impact this will have on those who own empty non-domestic properties.
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