News and Insights
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.
27 November 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
A changing legal landscape for Trusts
An overhaul of Scotland’s trust law is long overdue, and the new Bill will go a long way to bring it up to date.
24 November 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins
Licensing of short-term lets in Scotland
By Jenny Purdie
With short term lets in Scotland now subject to a licencing scheme, we highlight the requirements and important considerations for future and current hosts.
23 November 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins
Museum Accreditation Scheme
Acquiring accreditation from the Museums Galleries Scotland provides huge benefits. Here we provide an overview of the criteria required for your application.
23 November 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
The relative flexibility of SCIO constitutions
When looking to establish a new charity, you have various options as to how this set it up. Here we look at the key considerations when making this choice.
17 November 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
Do I have to name my baby’s father on the birth certificate?
There are many considerations when welcoming a new baby into the world, here we highlight Parental Responsibilities and Rights.
15 November 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
The Three Ages of Child Support
Sharon Murray outlines the law around child support, setting out the three stages of a child’s life and what is required during each stage.
01 November 2023 | Time to read: 3 mins
Gillespie Macandrew donates record £48,000 to its charity partners
Gillespie Macandrew has donated a record £48,000 to its charity partners Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity (ECHC) and Alzheimer Scotland.
12 October 2023 | Time to read: 4 mins
The importance of choosing wisely when appointing your executors
Selecting an executor is a key part of organising your legal affairs and Conner McConnell discusses the importance of choosing wisely.
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