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Our resources section contains practical guides, reference materials and downloads designed to help you understand your options and feel more confident about what to do next. We cover a wide range of topics for individuals, families and businesses, with clear explanations, helpful checklists and answers to common questions.
Where several resources explore the same subject, we group them into collections so you can find everything in one place.
If you need advice on your specific situation, we’re here to help. These resources are a starting point, and you can contact our teams for tailored support.
Notices of land or property under litigation
Scotland has specific mechanisms for warning that land is the subject of ongoing legal proceedings. We will guide you through the Scottish systems.
Nurseries
Our experienced lawyers can support you on all the legal issues involved in running, buying or selling a nursery business in Scotland.
Ordinary actions in the Sheriff Court
An overview of the procedures for raising a case in Scotland’s Sheriff Court, including recent reforms expanding its jurisdiction to certain types of cases.
Partnerships
Scottish partnerships require expert navigation of separate legal personality and the strict new transparency rules of the 2023 Economic Crime Act.
Personal data and special category data
The UK GDPR singles out some personal data as likely to be more sensitive and requiring more protection.
Post insolvency litigation and procedures
We are regularly consulted by insolvency practitioners to assist with post-appointment litigation and procedure.
Prescriptions and limitation
A Pursuer’s Offer aims to bring about earlier settlement in a litigated case. Timings, tactics and procedures are important, and our team can guide you through your options.
Privacy notices
Organisations must update privacy notices to detail the lawful basis for processing, data retention periods, and the right to complain to the ICO.
Professional negligence
Professional negligence in Scotland is defined by the high bar of "no ordinarily competent professional"; early advice is key to damage limitation.
Video resources
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