Insights 1 August 2019

Can an employee rely on a secret recording at a disciplinary hearing?

Christine Jamieson, Paralegal in our Employment team, warns employers that covert recordings could be admissible in Employment tribunals

Read article about Can an employee rely on a secret recording at a disciplinary hearing?

Insights 17 July 2019

What to consider if you are a parent-to-be

If you are a parent-to-be or are already a parent, it’s worth doing some simple legal planning for the future

Read article about What to consider if you are a parent-to-be

Insights 11 July 2019

To Airbnb or not to Airbnb? The hot topic this summer

If you are contemplating renting out an existing property, or are considering purchasing a property for short-term letting, there are many issues which you should be aware of

Read article about To Airbnb or not to Airbnb? The hot topic this summer

Insights 27 June 2019

Divorce: Does financial settlement reflect whose fault it is?

The law in Scotland prioritises ‘fairness’ but this may not mean what you think

Read article about Divorce: Does financial settlement reflect whose fault it is?

Insights 26 June 2019

Get your house in order – by making a Will

Sandy Lamb urges you to consider what could happen to your family and home should the unforeseen happen and you don't have an up-to-date Will in place

Read article about Get your house in order – by making a Will

Insights 20 June 2019

What to consider when dealing with a Flexible Working Request

Kate Wyatt, Partner in our Employment team explains how employers should handle flexible working requests

Read article about What to consider when dealing with a Flexible Working Request

Insights 12 June 2019

How to tell the difference between any estate agent and a great estate agent

We all think we know what estate agents do. They list the property, take photos and arrange viewings. That’s all true, but a good agent will do much m...

Read article about How to tell the difference between any estate agent and a great estate agent

Insights 16 May 2019

Your place in the sun needs a place in a Will

Clare McCarroll, Partner in our Private Client team, discusses the importance of having a local Will when you own property abroad

Read article about Your place in the sun needs a place in a Will

Insights 9 May 2019

Don’t lose out on what you’re owed

Unpaid debts are an age-old problem for small businesses. Before writing them off, read our guide to some common misconceptions about debt recovery

Read article about Don’t lose out on what you’re owed

Insights 7 May 2019

What does the Government’s ‘Good Work Plan’ mean for employers?

The government has published its ‘Good Work Plan’, which proposes a series of changes to employment law. What does this mean for employers?

Read article about What does the Government’s ‘Good Work Plan’ mean for employers?

Insights 26 April 2019

Getting to the heart of why prenups are a good idea

You may think that prenups are just for the rich or famous, but this isn’t the case at all. With the wedding and civil partnership season just ahead o...

Read article about Getting to the heart of why prenups are a good idea

Insights 24 April 2019

Landowners’ position may be strengthened following recent decision regarding Telecoms Code

A recent case offers guidance on points that may affect landowners’ negotiations and contracts with telecoms operators, most notably on the way rents ...

Read article about Landowners’ position may be strengthened following recent decision regarding Telecoms Code