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Strathclyde spin-out brings climate change law to everyone

Published 1 year ago

A new social enterprise spin-out company – C2LI – has been launched by the University of Strathclyde.

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Views sought on 10 per cent increase in court fees

Published 1 year ago

A new consultation seeks views on a considerable increase in court fees from November this year.

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BTO acquires Carruthers Gemmill

Published 1 year ago

Carruthers Gemmill, a family-based law firm with a legacy spanning over 150 years, will become part of BTO Solicitors LLP next month.

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Law Society: Judicial factors reform a step forward but refinement needed

Published 1 year ago

New legislation to reform judicial factors is a step in the right direction but could be further improved to ensure clarity, accessibility and efficiency, according to the Law Society of Scotland.

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‘Meaningful’ Land Reform Bill introduced

Published 1 year ago

A Bill which sets out a commitment to addressing the challenges of concentrated land ownership has been introduced by the Scottish Government today.

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Legal practice takes final suite at Aberdeen’s St Swithin Row

Published 1 year ago

Q&A Law Practice has agreed to lease the final available suite at St Swithin Row, a long held Aberdeen property within Knight Property Group’s portfolio, marking full occupancy of all four office suites within the building.

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Gilson Gray strengthens Edinburgh presence with MHD Law acquisition

Published 1 year ago

Gilson Gray has enhanced its presence in Edinburgh through the acquisition of MHD Law, marking its second takeover deal in 2024.

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Macdonald Henderson acquires Blaney Carnan Solicitors

Published 1 year ago

Pictured (L-R): David Beveridge, Paul Carnan, Sarah Sheldon and Gordon Lennox

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Addleshaw Goddard tops M&A deals table in Scotland

Published 1 year ago

Addleshaw Goddard remained the top legal adviser for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in Scotland last year, according to the latest Experian United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland M&A Review.

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WJM advises Sharles CA on employee ownership trust

Published 1 year ago

Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie advised on Sharles Chartered Accountants’ transition to employee ownership at the end of 2023.

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Gilson Gray grows Dundee presence with Bowmans Solicitors takeover

Published 1 year ago

Gilson Gray has expanded its footprint in Dundee and Angus, following the takeover of Bowmans Solicitors.

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Thorntons records 8.2% turnover growth but profits down after IT investment and staff benchmarking

Published 1 year ago

Thorntons has posted profits of £9.2 million and turnover of £37.8m, for the financial year ending 31 May 2023.

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Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie and Irwin Mitchell complete tie-up

Published 1 year ago

The deal which will see Irwin Mitchell invest in firm Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) is now complete after securing regulatory approval.

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CMS unveils legal support series for Scottish food & drink industry

Published 1 year ago

Law firm CMS has announced a series of free-to-attend events aimed at supporting Scottish food & drink companies on key legal issues affecting their sector.

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Shakespeare Martineau expands in Edinburgh

Published 1 year ago

Shakespeare Martineau has expanded its footprint in Edinburgh.

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