Making the choice to file a divorce application can be a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with doubt, bewilderment, and often a sense of loss. You’re probably wondering what to anticipate and how you and your family can get through this difficult time if you’ve found yourself at the start of something like this. Like every…

Using medical intervention to conceive is not always a bad idea for some parents, and alternative reproductive technologies are becoming more and more popular worldwide. In Scotland, surrogacy is legal and can be a good way for people to become parents. This blog explains Scotland’s current legal position on surrogacy agreements and highlights important issues…

As family lawyers, we help clients with some of the most delicate and emotional matters, such as child custody, living arrangements, and navigating court orders. We are here to assist you reach a happy, healthy, and reasonable agreement because we understand that the welfare and best interests of the children should always come first when…

Many of us recognise the importance of having a will, but fewer recognise the same significance of having a Power of Attorney to manage your finances.  A common misconception is that Powers of Attorney are meant for the elderly, but they are essential for anyone wanting to secure their health and welfare. However, as life…

Running a business is like sailing a ship – exciting adventures, constant challenges, and the occasional financial squall that may require the use of an invoice discounting facility. One particularly frustrating aspect can be waiting for customers to settle their invoices, which is why many businesses choose to use invoice discounting. This cash flow lag…

Facing financial distress is a stressful time for any business owner, particularly when considering a name change with the appointed insolvency practitioner. It can feel like the walls are closing in during insolvency, and the future is uncertain, but a change of name might provide a fresh start, especially with the guidance of a licensed…

Personal data breaches are defined by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s executive agency responsible for protecting information rights, as security incidents that affect the availability, integrity, or confidentiality of personal data. This article is intended for companies who want to learn more about how to handle a data breach. We will discuss important…

The captain steers the ship, but what happens when the ship hits an iceberg? In the business world, bankruptcy is the iceberg, and the captain – or rather, the directors – is left weathering the financial storm. But what exactly does bankruptcy mean for a director of an insolvent company? Is it smooth sailing into…

Unexpected accidents can occur at any time, leaving victims not only with physical injuries but also with severe emotional and financial burdens that can complicate their compensation claim. Accidents can occur when you least expect them to. Regardless of whether you were injured in a slip and fall, a job injury, or a car accident,…

Any law firm wanting to attract and retain the most talented personnel must keep up with evolving legal recruitment trends in the fast-paced world of legal services. These vary from adopting technology to knowing current candidate preferences. Incorporating Technology in Recruitment The process of legal recruiting has continued to evolve as technology advances, requiring firms…