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
Employment law
When can employment tribunals order re-employment following an unfair dismissal case?
Redundancy and restructure considerations for employers
Energy & natural resources
Are standard securities an effective way to secure a landowner's obligations under an option agreement for a renewables development?
Why access to wind farm development sites can't be taken for granted – cautionary tales of private rights and public roads
Rock and a hard place – how can landowners be sure they own everything that's under their feet?
Family law
Domestic Violence Solicitors - Scottish Paralegal Association Webinar
Commercial Real Estate
Introduction of Group Proceedings in Scotland increases access to justice in multi-party claims
What happens if your Will is unclear?
Why a failure to consider 'bumping' on redundancy may make dismissal unfair
Formal property valuations – when are they needed and are they even possible during lockdown?
Family law
Family Dynamics during a Pandemic
Public sector
Coronavirus and General Meetings – Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020
Construction & engineering
Time Limits for Latent Defects Claims
Restructuring & insolvency
Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020
Succession Rights for Cohabitants in Scotland
Executors responsibilities – can an Executor be held liable after distribution of an estate?
Corporate and M&A
How can a company protect its assets in the face of trading risk?
VAT Barter in leases – what do landlords and tenants need to know?
Commercial Real Estate
How do you get permission to use outdoor areas as Temporary Premises for the sale of alcohol?
Temporary suspension of statutory demand provisions - what does it mean for businesses and creditors?
Will the District Heat Networks Bill herald a change in the way Scotland heats its buildings?
Using competitive interviews during redundancy processes
Personal injury claims
How will COVID-19 affect my Personal Injury claim in Scotland?
Housing