Insights 13 February 2020

A helping hand for Generation Rent

A contribution towards a deposit will certainly help family members buy their first home, but do watch out for inheritance tax traps

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News 12 February 2020

Scottish University permitted to pursue IP infringement legal action in Scotland

A recent decision on jurisdiction issues involving Scottish Intellectual Property (“IP”) highlights the importance of IP rights and getting jurisdiction right

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News 10 February 2020

Winning over hearts and minds needed to meet our climate change targets

Rural services Partner, Susan Law, describes how the mismatch between the legislation, public attitudes and what happens on the ground affects wind farm development

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News 7 February 2020

Third Sector leadership event highlights funding and good governance as hot topics in 2020

The strength, innovation and importance of leadership in Scotland’s Third Sector was celebrated at our annual drinks reception with recognition from i...

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Insights 3 February 2020

Moving in with your partner - include 'Make a Will' on your to-do list

Moving in together is an exciting next step but without an up-to-date Will could you be leaving your partner, and any family you have, in the lurch?

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News 31 January 2020

The most extensive exercise in fixing croft rents in nearly two decades

Two recent decisions demonstrate the methods that crofters and landlords can expect when the Scottish Land Court is determining rents

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News 23 January 2020

Don’t blur the lines between employees and volunteers

Charities that make sure volunteers have clarity around what is expected of them and what they can expect reduce risks and help manage their resources efficiently

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News 22 January 2020

Employment expert joins Lindsays’ Employment team in Edinburgh

We are delighted to welcome Katherine Irvine to Lindsays, who joins our Edinburgh office as an Associate in our Employment team

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News 22 January 2020

Our new website gives home sellers the edge in a highly competitive market

Visit our new residential property website to find out how the expertise, market know-how and service delivered by our team gets the very best results for our clients

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Insights 16 January 2020

Simple steps for easing your journey through life

A few legal precautions can make it easier to navigate the twists and turns of relationships and family life

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News 8 January 2020

Cool heads crucial for couples considering a separation this Divorce Day

Stressed couples reacting to a difficult Christmas are advised not to make any hasty decisions about their future - seeking advice from experts is a good first step

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News 27 December 2019

Mind the gap – don’t fall into the trap of landlocking your land

If you plan to sell and split off parcels of land, particularly where the retained land may be developed in the future, make sure you have access and services in place

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