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Validity of a Scottish Will Abroad and the Necessary Steps to Enforce It

More and more British people own properties abroad, often holding current accounts in such countries to simplify the administration of their properties. This inevitably raises the question of how to deal with such assets in case of death. A common misconception is that a Scottish Will won’t be Read more

Update 2 – Rent Freezes and a Ban on Evictions – Extended Protections for Tenants

In October 2022, the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act was introduced as emergency legislation. The Act makes provision in connection with protecting residential tenants from increases in rent and eviction. The legislation was due to expire on 31 March, 2023, but the Scottish Governm Read more

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Employment Law Bulletin

Major changes in relation to redundancy, carer’s leave, paternity leave and annual leave and holiday pay are coming into force in April 2024. As such, this month’s Employment Law Bulletin sets out a summary of these updates, highlighting actions Employers should consider. If you have a Read more

Inverness Acquisition for Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie

Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP has today announced the acquisition of Inverness law firm Macandrew & Jenkins WS Ltd. Long-established family firm Macandrew & Jenkins has deep roots in the community and specialises in rural and estate work, wills, trusts and executries, and residential Read more

Sarah-Jane Macdonald

I advise on all areas of private client law, but have a particular interest in complex or contentious trusts and estates. I often guide executors/trustees and beneficiaries through disputes with a view to reaching practical resolutions. I have hands-on experience in negotiation and mediation to r Read more

Deceptive Digital Design - No Clever Cookie?

Businesses should be aware of an increased regulatory focus on digital design practices that steer or pressure website users into choices they might not otherwise have made. Regulators across the globe are increasing their focus on the user experience (“UX”) for websites, in particular Read more

Challenging a Will

After a loved one dies, it can often be difficult to find out their Will does not reflect what was anticipated. In some scenarios it may be possible to challenge the Will – but legal advice will be needed for these, often, up-hill battles. When people talk about “challenging a Will&rdqu Read more

Gillian McGoldrick

I help clients by assisting them to recover monies owed to them. This may be by way of a simple letter or guiding people through the appropriate Court process to secure the best recovery. Read more