The backlog of open casework at Registers of Scotland's (RoS) has gone into decline, according to a new report. Its Annual Report and Accounts for 2023-24 gives an outline of key business activities and performance over the past financial year.
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Julie Hamill has joined Raeburn Christie Clark & Wallace LLP as an associate in the firm's residential conveyancing team. Callum McDonald, managing partner, said: “We are delighted to welcome Julie back to the firm in a senior property role, where she will be able to help us maintain
The First Division of the Inner House of the Court of Session has issued welcome guidance on the assessment of “additional charges” payable on solicitors’ fees in judicial accounts, writes Claire White. This is a percentage uplift on solicitors’ fees which is allowed where th
Victims of crime are to receive "improved support, advice and information" as part of planned reforms to the Victim Notification Scheme (VNS). Under proposed changes to the scheme – which entitles victims or close relatives of victims to certain information about the person responsible for the
Ampersand Advocates has announced the return of Joanna Cherry KC to the Scottish bar. Ms Cherry brings with her a wealth of experience in human rights, public law, criminal law, constitutional matters, medical-legal matters and in fatal accident inquiries.
The Edinburgh Schools MiniTrials, held this past weekend, saw children from eight local secondary schools taking part in mock criminal trials, presided over by members of the Faculty of Advocates.
A team of 60 from Jones Whyte participated in the Great Scottish Run, raising vital funds for Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.
Davidson Chalmers Stewart has announced the promotion of its head of construction, Simone Young, who becomes the firm’s 13th partner. Recruited in 2015, Ms Young is a non-contentious construction law specialist with extensive experience acting for a variety of clients across the sector. Based
Addleshaw Goddard has announced the recruitment of a new partner, Anya Duncan, to its employment law team in Scotland. Ms Duncan, who is dual-qualified, joins from Stronachs and is an accredited specialist in employment law. She is experienced in multi-jurisdictional matters, acting for a range of i
The UK's Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) is expected to rule by the end of the year on a case brought by Northern Ireland journalists alleging unlawful police surveillance. Trevor Birney and Barry McCaffrey were arrested in 2018 following the release of No Stone Unturned, their documentary about
A team of runners from Thompsons Solicitors took part in the Great Scottish Run to raise funds for the Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity.
Alexander Sutherland has returned to Ampersand Advocates and full-time practice at the civil bar after serving as an advocate depute for three years. During his time with the Crown Office he prosecuted numerous cases in the High Court of Justiciary. He brings a wealth of experience to his practice a
Holmes Mackillop has promoted senior solicitor Katherine MacPherson to associate within its private client team. With extensive experience of advising on wills, powers of attorney and executries, along with residential conveyancing, Ms MacPherson has quickly established herself as an integral member
The development sector has legitimate concerns about the proposed Infrastructure Levy for Scotland (ILS), the purpose of which is to capture an element of the uplift in land value caused by development and put that towards contributing to infrastructure, writes Gary McGovern. Presently planning agre
Thorntons is supporting Arbroath FC Community Trust’s Cosy Coats Campaign for the third year, collecting donations that will provide warm winter coats to families within the local community. The annual Cosy Coats Campaign has proven to be a vital resource for many during the colder months. Las
