Insights 5 May 2016
Sorting through piles of paperwork is an unwelcome task for Executors – either because they cannot find key documents, or because there are mountains ...
Insights 11 April 2016
Following recent revelations about the Prime Minister’s personal tax affairs and criticism that a financial gift from his mother amounts to tax avoida...
Insights 7 April 2016
Domestic violence situations such as the current storyline in The Archers are all too common but support and protection are available, advises Jennife...
Insights 29 March 2016
In 2015 there were over 9,300 welfare guardians in Scotland and the number of applications is increasing every year. What does guardianship mean and when are they needed?
Insights 21 March 2016
Digital profiles and the issues of how to deal with them after death can be a difficult prospect for family members and loved ones. They will often h...
Insights 18 March 2016
Under proposed new Scottish succession laws, it may no longer be possible to pass on a farm or estate intact. What can farmers or landowners do?
Insights 16 March 2016
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has issued guidance on avoiding discrimination under the Equality Act 2010 in job adverts.
Insights 15 March 2016
Parenting apart - Separating parents who have the best outcomes for their children are those who can resolve differences without falling out, who focu...
Insights 11 March 2016
As the public sector in Scotland grapples with financial pressures, the third sector must face the prospect of reduced funding and budgets. To maintai...
Insights 8 March 2016
Contrary to what many people think, making a Will is important and everyone should consider making one to ensure their wishes are carried out when the...
Insights 26 February 2016
Proposed law changes in England and Wales have highlighted two important lessons for anyone going through a divorce, however, the law in Scotland is d...
Insights 12 February 2016
It is something that none of us wants to think about, but something we may well have to do one day: dealing with the practicalities when someone dies.
