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Landlords and the law: Top 3 tips for managing your legal duties
Clear records, careful handling of access and the right tenancy notices can help landlords manage their legal duties and reduce the risk of disputes
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With Scotland’s legal landscape constantly evolving, we believe in keeping you up to date with the latest legal developments, insights, and firm news that may affect you, your family, or your business.
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Approached by a developer? Key considerations for your farm business
A developer’s approach can open up opportunities for your farm, but there’s more to consider than the headline income. Lorna McKay explores the questions to ask before taking discussions forward.
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Faithfuls, Traitors and shareholders: Why trust isn't enough in business
As The Traitors demonstrates, even the strongest alliances can be tested, making clear governance essential for long-term business success
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Do I need a Will in Scotland? Three reasons to make one
A Will gives you greater control over what happens to your estate. Without one, your loved ones could face extra delay, cost and uncertainty
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Trustees’ Week: Charities, boards and setting up for success
A forward-thinking approach to recruitment and succession can help charities attract new talent and develop trustees for the future
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Dying without a Will in Scotland: the hidden costs for your loved ones
Dying without a Will in Scotland can leave loved ones facing extra costs, delays and uncertainty. We explain the less obvious consequences of intestacy and how planning ahead can help
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Can parties conclude a contract via WhatsApp messages?
WhatsApp messages form binding construction contracts if price and scope are agreed. Gaps are filled by statutory "default" payment rules
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New law set to unlock cross-border investment for Scottish businesses
The Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act allows businesses to secure loans against assets like machinery, IP, and shares while keeping them.
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Business and relationships - stay alert for red flags
In Scotland, business assets owned before marriage can become "matrimonial property" if their structure changes, making them subject to a 50/50 split.
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Important travel advice for UK entry with the new eVisa system
The UK immigration system is now fully digital. Non-British/Irish nationals must use a digital eVisa and linked passport to travel and work.
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Volunteers, the law, and what it's wise for charities to consider
Volunteers may lack legal rights, but clear support and fair treatment remain essential - for their sake and the charity’s
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Lindsays supports Wetrooms International Group’s transition to employee ownership
Partner Nicholas Howie advised Wetrooms International Group on its move to an EOT, securing a legacy for 80 staff as the business hits £20m turnover.
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Welcoming our new Head of Finance, Ken Dinneen
We are delighted to welcome Ken Dinneen, who joins us as Head of Finance
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Clear road ahead: Employee ownership is a good route for many businesses
A growing number of business owners think employee ownership is the best direction of travel. Nick Howie explains more in the latest issue of Lindsays Life.
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A new voice to lead Lindsays
Alasdair Cummings will step aside as Managing Partner on October 1st after 14 years in the role, Andrew Diamond has been appointed as his successor
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