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Trusts and turns - new legislation on trusts and succession
New legislation provides welcome modernisation, but does reinforce the importance of a Will.
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Wishes can come true - what is a Letter of Wishes?
A Letter of Wishes is a confidential, flexible, and non-binding document that sits alongside a Will to provide executors with detailed personal guidance.
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Gaming success goes beyond the game - 7 tips to be big in video games
To mirror Scotland's gaming success, developers must rigorously protect IP and confidentiality while navigating complex areas like loot box laws and data privacy.
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For richer, for poorer? Prenups can bring peace of mind
As of February 2026, they are the primary tool for "ring-fencing" pre-marital wealth and protecting business interests under the Family Law (Scotland) Act 1985.
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Statutory Code of Practice on Dismissal and Re-engagement: What you need to know
While the 2024 Statutory Code remains the current guide, a more stringent regime for "restricted variations" is set to take effect in January 2027.
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Modern families: The changing face of the family unit
Modern families can be very varied, as can the legal implications - read more here or watch the video in our series 'With you on your journey through life'
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Charitable status could put your sports club in a different league
Local sports clubs in Scotland face a choice: CASC or Charity status. Charities offer superior VAT benefits for clubhouse construction, while CASCs provide a...
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‘Love don’t cost a thing’ - if you have a prenup
Prenuptial agreements are standard tools for blended families and second marriages to protect children's inheritance.
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Employment bills confirmed in the Government’s first King’s Speech
Following the 2024 election, the "New Deal" transitioned into the Employment Rights Act 2025, which received Royal Assent on 16 December 2025.
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