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- 6 October 2019
Divorce and the interests of children
Separation and divorce can be one of the most challenging times for families, especially where there are children involved. Decisions should be made in the best interests of the children, but at what stage should their views be taken into consideration?
Learn more- 19 September 2019
A tax guide for first time home buyers
There have been a raft of Scottish Government initiatives encouraging home ownership, there are both pitfalls as well as opportunities for first time buyers. Getting the right advice is key.
Learn more- 18 September 2019
Anderson Strathern makes raft of promotions, including at partner level
Learn more- 17 September 2019
Separation & Divorce – the FAQs answered
No one walks down the aisle on their wedding day thinking they’ll separate or get divorced. Unfortunately for some, that ends up being the reality. The decision to separate can be mutual and even be amicable, but for others it can be fraught process.
Learn more- 14 August 2019
Strict time limits enforced in appeals to the Court of Session
Appellants seeking to bring late appeals in the Inner House of the Court of Session will have to show that they have ‘done all that they reasonably can to bring the appeal on time’.
Learn more- 5 August 2019
Anderson Strathern re-appointed to all six lots of Scottish Government Legal Services Framework
Learn more- 25 July 2019
Hot, hot, hot – maximum temperatures at work
Although more people now than ever are working from home, others are returning to the workplace (and some never left at all). For those back in the workplace the question of ‘whether there is a maximum temperature beyond which an employee is entitled to go home?’ will no doubt start being asked. The answer is there isn't.
Learn more- 15 July 2019
Covert recording of meetings – is it misconduct?
With the development of technology and advent of smart phones, it is becoming increasingly easy for employees to take videos, photos or even make voice recordings at work with just the click of a button.
Learn more- 10 July 2019
Navigating summer holiday arrangements for separated parents
During the school year, you probably already have a schedule that works for you and your family. But, the summer holidays can throw everything off track. How do you manage childcare arrangements? Travel abroad? And, so much more.
Learn more- 19 June 2019
Your guide to settlement agreements
Being presented with a settlement agreement (formerly known as a compromise agreement) by your employer can be unsettling and worrying. Though circumstances vary, you are most likely to receive a settlement agreement when your employer is suggesting bringing your employment to an end.
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