Legal insights & industry updates
The law never stands still, and the way it applies to you and your organisation is constantly evolving. Our people are on top of these developments and can keep you up to date with some of the most interesting aspects of these changes.
Insights
The importance of getting prescriptive rights of access accurately registered
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20 Nov 2020
Energy & natural resources
Countdown to COP26 Glasgow – what to expect
11 Nov 2020
Reliefs to stop HMRC claiming Capital Gains Tax when you sell a property that may have been your home
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10 Nov 2020
Scottish Lands Tribunal ruling strengthens the position of landowners when negotiating mast leases
09 Nov 2020
Child law services
Scotland's smacking ban' comes into force 7th November 2020
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06 Nov 2020
Neighbour disputes
What happens when neighbours refuse to contribute to the cost of common repairs?
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04 Nov 2020
Capital gains tax
The property market and Capital Gains Tax
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02 Nov 2020
Public sector
Government Contracts awarded without competition - is this lawful?
22 Oct 2020
Second property disposals under review as HMRC prepares to issue nudge letters
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20 Oct 2020
Second Marriage – How do I avoid disinheriting my children?
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20 Oct 2020
Planning, environment & climate
Changes to s75 and s75A of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997
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19 Oct 2020
Employment law
An expensive claim – significant costs award made against claimant in the employment tribunal
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16 Oct 2020
Commercial dispute resolution
Coronavirus (Scotland) Act 2020 - further changes to Notice Periods before applying for eviction
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07 Oct 2020
Personal taxation
2% Stamp Duty Land Tax surcharge for non-residents
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06 Oct 2020
What can you do about bad or fake online reviews which are damaging your business?
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05 Oct 2020
Wills, trusts & estates
Do I need to sell my house to pay for care costs?
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05 Oct 2020
Wills, trusts & estates
In Scotland, can you change a Will after someone dies?
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05 Oct 2020
Scottish courts reach exceptional decision in 'child abduction' case
29 Sep 2020
Residential property & conveyancing
Charges for registering property deeds in Scotland set to increase from 5 October 2020
24 Sep 2020
Commercial dispute resolution
Court decision opens up potential Covid-19 claims by Scottish businesses under business interruption insurance
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24 Sep 2020
Divorce & separation
What are the rules on registering parents on birth certificates in Scotland?
23 Sep 2020
Commercial Real Estate
Coronavirus: protection from termination of commercial leases in Scotland - update
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22 Sep 2020
Tax return error left taxpayer liable for huge Gift Aid refund claim
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07 Sep 2020
Sports Clubs in Scotland: Incorporating your club
03 Sep 2020