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Inheritance tax changes are the most complex to face family firms ‘in at least a generation’
Increased awareness of the impact of impending changes on privately-owned SMEs and family businesses is needed.
Alison helps families and individuals to plan for the future, deal with change, and navigate challenging times
Alison McKay is a Partner in our Private Client Services team, trusted by individuals and families across central Scotland.
She supports them on a full range of private client work, from Wills and Powers of Attorney, to setting up trusts and planning their estates, including their digital assets. Her focus is always on getting to know clients and listening to people’s goals and needs, in order to tailor the best arrangements for them.
Alison is a legal diploma tutor at the University of Glasgow.
Meet the team
We help you put clear plans in place for your family, your assets, and your wishes. That includes wills, executries, powers of attorney, trusts and tax-aware planning, explained in plain language, at your pace.
Who we help
We work with individuals, couples, business owners and family members acting as executors or attorneys. Whether you’re planning ahead or dealing with a loss, we’ll provide steady guidance when you need it.
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Understanding the differences between Wills and PoAs in Scotland and the rest of the UK
When drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney in Scotland it involves unique legal requirements compared to those in England and Wales.
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A powerful reminder about Powers of Attorney
A friend’s husband suffering a stroke serves as a reminder as to why it’s important for everyone to have a PoA in place.
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Foreign homeowners urged to include property inheritance wishes in a valid Will
Scots with a place in the sun are advised to take steps to ensure the ownership of their foreign home is properly protected.
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Writing your Will: Top tips on avoiding expensive and upsetting mistakes
Worrying numbers of Scots are making simple mistakes that could invalidate their Will or lead to a family fallout but there are ways to avoid this happening.
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A simple Plan B for business owners and sole traders
A business Power of Attorney ensures bank accounts and contracts can be managed if an owner falls ill, avoiding costly court-ordered guardianships.
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At Lindsays, we believe great legal representation starts with real connections. That’s why we put people first in everything we do – working with you, not just for you.
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