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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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20 January 2021 | Time to read: 1 min

Cross Border Charities

Charity law is not consistent throughout the United Kingdom and there are different regulating bodies and legislation governing the various jurisdictions.

19 January 2021 | Time to read: 2 mins

Exhibition at Edinburgh’s OpenEye Gallery: displaying the unique art collection of the late W Gordon and Jay Gordon Smith

Exhibition at Edinburgh’s OpenEye Gallery: displaying the unique art collection of the late W Gordon and Jay Gordon Smith

18 January 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

10 Reasons For Having A Will

By Agnes Mallon

Here are 10 reasons why you should have a Will.

18 January 2021 | Time to read: 9 mins

Land Reform Update

Land and Rural Business Partner, Mike Blair discusses a 25 year perspective of Land Reform.

07 January 2021 | Time to read: 4 mins

Succession Planning & Tax in the COVID Era

By Agnes Mallon

An interview with Agnes Mallon for Lawyer Monthly. Agnes discusses how the pandemic has impacted contentious issues she often deals with.

05 January 2021 | Time to read: 3 mins

Building pressure for working parents to be placed on furlough

By Fiona Cameron

The closure of schools as a result of the latest lockdown announcement has led to pressure for working parents to be placed on furlough under the CJRS.

03 December 2020 | Time to read: 2 mins

Traineeships: Interview Format

By Lynda Linden

If you've been selected for interview for a traineeship at Gillespie Macandrew here is some guidance.

03 December 2020 | Time to read: 2 mins

Traineeships: Tips for your application form

By Lynda Linden

If you're applying for a traineeship at Gillespie Macandrew here are some tips for the completion of your application.

02 December 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins

Proposed changes to Scottish Planning Policy – Sustainable Development

By Colin Hamilton

A consultation on proposed amendments to parts of the Scottish Planning Policy that would remove a presumption in favour of sustainable development.

15 October 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins

Right to roam vs right to privacy

With people urged to stay at home, the right to privacy saw a revived importance in our new way of life.

15 October 2020 | Time to read: 4 mins

Tax implications for the UK post-Covid – Rural Update

By John McArthur

As a country we have become used to relatively low rates of taxation, but it appears now that current tax rates will be increased, at least for a period.

31 August 2020 | Time to read: 3 mins

My Journey to Law

By Kirsten Holmes

My journey to law - Kirsten Holmes discusses her journey in her Law career

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