Practice
The law and ADHD at work — rising claims and unclear rules
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is increasingly recognised as a condition that can substantially affect occupational functioning in various ways.
‘Rossie saves lives’: behind the scenes at one of Scotland’s secure care centres
Peter Ranscombe visits Rossie Young People’s Trust near Montrose, which provides secure care and residential care for young people up to the age of 18.
Sheriffdom of Lothian and Borders criminal court holidays 2027
A Sheriffdom of Lothian and Borders Act of Court has detailed the dates of the Sessions to be held in the Sheriff Courts for the coming year.
When an invoice is not a contract: the authorities behind the analysis
"At the heart of the analysis was the principle that where a pursuer’s averments, supported by productions lodged in process, directly and compellingly contradict the defender’s position, the court is entitled to proceed on that basis."
Courts could have to ‘fight fire with fire’ as AI spreads, Lord Reed says at society event
Courts might have to consider “fighting fire with fire” by deploying artificial intelligence (AI) in response to a “huge increase” of claims being enabled by the technologies, The Right Hon The Lord Reed of Allermuir has suggested.
In focus: Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 and new transactional risks (Part 4)
Darren Thomson and Bryn Davies look at the same regimes through a Scots law conveyancing lens, examining the practical transactional risks they introduce for landowners, purchasers, lenders and their advisers.
Briefing: Immigration and the radical changes to asylum policy in the UK
The current government is in the process of implementing sweeping policy changes to immigration and asylum in the UK.
In focus: Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 and preparing for land management Plans (Part 3)
Land Management Plans (LMPs) will be the principal community engagement obligation imposed on owners of certain large landholdings under the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025.
Briefing: Criminal law and determining de recenti statements
Adrian Fraser examines the role played by case law in a recent decision from the Sheriff Appeal Court.
Trading vagaries for complexities — considering the Contract (Formation and Remedies) (Scotland) Act 2026
Lisa Cowan reflects on the newly passed Contract (Formation and Remedies) (Scotland) Act 2026.
Qualifying as a solicitor in Scotland — an alternative to the LLB
The Pre-PEAT Traineeship offers a route to qualification that bypasses the traditional university setting. Discover the process – from entry criteria to exams and beyond – and hear from two past students about their journeys to qualification and personal perspectives.
Why an anti-SLAPP law must remain on the legislative agenda
Response to consultation on SLAPPs shows overwhelming support for legislative reform – Why an anti-SLAPP law must remain on the legislative agenda
In focus: Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 – part 1
In the first of a new series of articles examining the 2025 Act, Burges Salmon’s Darren Thomson and Bryn Davies focus on large land holdings and community engagement obligations.
Why some firms are letting younger employees ‘shadow’ the C-suite — and winning
New perspectives, improved strategy, empowered colleagues… these are just some of the many benefits a shadow executive team could bring, say former shadows execs Sarah Jackman and Phil Knight.
Signature move: avoiding errors in electronic missives
Using the correct type of electronic signature is crucial to the validity of electronic missives. The Law Society of Scotland is on hand with expert guidance.
Calling HMRC for a client? That alone could trigger mandatory registration
Annie Pearson, a private client solicitor at Wright Johnston Mackenzie and a member of the Law Society of Scotland’s Tax Law Committee, explores the new registration requirements for tax advisers which come into effect later this month.
London v Scotland [2026] — Why picking the right legal job is about more than money
Peter Ranscombe explores the factors that lawyers are weighing up alongside salary when they consider whether to take a job in Scotland or London.
In focus: Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025 — Part 2
In the second article focusing on the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2025, Burges Salmon’s Darren Thomson and Bryn Davies consider how the new community buy-out and lotting rules affect land transfers.
What can emerging global spirits regions learn from how Scotch is protected legally?
Ahead of the Worldwide Distilled Spirits Conference arriving in Edinburgh, Peter Ranscombe explores the wonderfully-geeky world of geographical indicators and collective trademarks.
Collaborative training supporting the next generation of Scottish real estate lawyers
Six law firms have joined together to launch a new training programme designed to support early‑career lawyers and paralegals entering the Scottish real estate sector.
Four major private client risks — pitfalls and practical tips
Embedding best practice in routine processes will help minimise exposure to risk. Protect your clients and your firm with expert advice from Lockton.
Legal implications for AI us in event security and management at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026
The 2026 Commonwealth Games will see Glasgow host thousands of athletes from across the Commonwealth, alongside hundreds of thousands of spectators, during an 11-day festival of sport.
Briefing: Sequestration case clarifies how to proceed following sheriff refusal at first instance
Solicitor advocate Andrew Foyle reviews the judgment in C&M Wealth Global Ltd v Gall.
Why vague set-off defences do not survive summary decree
Ahsan Mustafa explores the role of summary decree in a recent commercial recovery action.