How Long Does It Take to Evict a Tenant? An Eviction Guide for Landlords – Scotland Solicitors
Ending a Private Residential Tenancy If you wish to terminate your private residential tenancy, it is your responsibility as a landlord to provide a notice of leave. The date on which you wish for a tenant to vacate the premises is stipulated in this legal document. By the conclusion of the notice period, the tenant may submit […]
Guide To Simple Procedure
Are you considering legal action but worried about time, cost, or complexity? If your claim is under £5,000, Scotland’s Simple Procedure could be the solution! Let’s break it down. What is a Scottish Simple Procedure? Scotland Litigation Lawyers A simple procedure is a much quicker and more affordable way to resolve a dispute. Without lengthy […]
Guide for First-Time Buyers Scotland – buy your first home
Buying your first home is a huge milestone that can often feel daunting and can be a little overwhelming. There are lots of aspects which can be confusing, so understanding the home-buying process can save both time and stress. This guide to buying your first home in Scotland will help to navigate your way through […]
From A&E to Conveyancing to Remote Law
In this blog, Claire shares how her non-traditional route led her back to law—this time in a fully remote role with Complete Clarity and Simplicity Legal. Her story highlights the value of transferable skills, the importance of flexibility in modern legal practice, and how forward-thinking firms are reshaping the profession by supporting remote work and […]
Spring Cleaning Your Affairs – A Guide to Power of Attorneys Scotland
As April approaches, it is the perfect time to focus on organising and tidying not just our homes but our personal affairs too. An important tool in doing so is granting a Power of Attorney. What is a Power of Attorney and why is it important? In Scotland, everyone over the age of 16 has […]
How do you become a “Mother” in Scotland?
Happy Mother’s Day to all Mums! There are various ways to become a mother in Scotland: biological parenthood, adoption, fostering, surrogacy, or step-parenting. Different processes, laws and rights apply to each of these methods. Here is a guide to each of them. We are here to assist if you require legal advice, and you can book […]
Housing Bill in Scotland: What You Need to Know as Landlord
Blog Post home blogs Contact Us Information for Landlord and Tenants In March 2024, the Scottish Government introduced the new Housing (Scotland) Bill. The Bill is currently at Stage 2, meaning that legislators are still deciding whether it should become an Act of Parliament. If it achieves this status, the Bill will have a significant […]
Neonatal Care Leave and Pay Solicitor Scotland
According to new rules, parents will now be entitled to neonatal care leave from “day one” of their work – April 2025 On April 6, 2025, the right to neonatal leave and pay (for qualified parents) is scheduled to take effect. At present, there exists no explicit statutory entitlement to leave or payment for parents […]
Power of Attorney importance of having a solicitor scotland
This week, Martin Lewis discussed on The Martin Lewis Money Show Live the importance of a Power of Attorney no matter what age. Let’s explore what a Power of Attorney is, why it’s important to have one, and the role of a solicitor in the process. Power of Attorney Scotland A power of attorney is […]
Collaborative Family Law Solicitors Scotland
Collaborative law is a legal process used in Scotland, primarily in family law cases, where parties work together with the assistance of legal professionals to reach a mutually agreed settlement without going to court. It is an alternative dispute resolution method that aims to foster cooperation and reduce conflict, making it less adversarial than traditional […]
