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From Trainee to Associate

Sam Conington, Associate in our Land & Rural Business team tells us about his experience at Gillespie Macandrew.

Why Leases Are Different: The Special Rules That Shape Landlord and Tenant Relationships

A lease can outlast generations. We discuss the special legal framework protecting landlords, tenants, and the economies around them.

Home Reports in Scotland Explained: A Complete Guide for Home Buyers

We explain the key parts of a Home Report, common issues buyers should be aware of and how the valuation may influence both your offer and mortgage.

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27 August 2026 | Time to read: 3 mins

From Trainee to Associate

By Sam Conington

Sam Conington, Associate in our Land & Rural Business team tells us about his experience at Gillespie Macandrew.

24 August 2026 | Time to read: 5 mins

Why Leases Are Different: The Special Rules That Shape Landlord and Tenant Relationships

By John Stirling

A lease can outlast generations. We discuss the special legal framework protecting landlords, tenants, and the economies around them.

22 August 2026 | Time to read: 7 mins

Home Reports in Scotland Explained: A Complete Guide for Home Buyers

By Evelyn Moir

We explain the key parts of a Home Report, common issues buyers should be aware of and how the valuation may influence both your offer and mortgage.

20 August 2026 | Time to read: 2 mins

Why Join GM as a Trainee Solicitor and How to Prepare Your Application

By Eve Mallon, Sam Farnan

Choosing the right traineeship is an important step in any legal career. Eve and Sam share their experiences as well as tips for your application.

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17 August 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

New Telecoms Code

By Rae Gilchrist

he first three years of the new code being in place has been an important period for the code to be tested and considered in the Lands Tribunals.

17 August 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

Validity of ‘Servitude Conditions’

Securing suitable rights for cabling and access are a critical aspect of any development project. These are typically obtained in the form of servitude rights.

17 August 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

Warning regarding temporary extension of planning permissions

By Colin Hamilton

The Scottish Government introduces emergency legislation which includes temporary changes to the planning system.

17 August 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

Hydrogen Strategy Announced

By Rae Gilchrist

Hydrogen Strategy announced by UK Government, committing to support the development of a Hydrogen Economy.

16 August 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

Uber continued: Deliveroo

By Fiona Cameron

Uber continued: Deliveroo

16 August 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

Montanaro v Lansafe Ltd ET/2203148/2020 – Employee who remained in Italy at outbreak of pandemic was automatically unfairly dismissed

By Fiona Cameron

Montanaro v Lansafe Ltd ET/2203148/2020 – Employee who remained in Italy at outbreak of pandemic was automatically unfairly dismissed.

16 August 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

Returning to the Office in Scotland

By Fiona Cameron

Returning to the Office in Scotland

16 August 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

The End of Furlough?

By Fiona Cameron

The End of Furlough?

16 August 2021 | Time to read: 1 min

New appointment – Lisa Macpherson-Fletcher

By John McArthur

We have strengthened our Tax team with the appointment of Lisa Macpherson-Fletcher as Tax Director.

02 August 2021 | Time to read: 7 mins

Protect your loved ones from the stress of dealing with your digital assets on death

With so much of our important information online, have you thought about what will happen to your digital assets on death?

26 July 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

How does the UK’s Inheritance Tax regime compare to foreign tax systems?

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has published a report exploring ways in which taxes can be used to support economic recovery.

22 July 2021 | Time to read: 5 mins

Farm safety – the “seen” and “unseen” hazards

By Lorna Balfour

Farm Safety Week across the United Kingdom is important in highlighting most common categories of workplace dangers and hazards in the agricultural sector.

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