New right to work rules: what Scottish businesses need to know from 1 October 2026
Scottish businesses should review how they check a person’s right to work in the UK, as the Home Office Right to Work scheme expands…
Thorntons expands its extensive legal services to Caithness
Independent full-service law firm Thorntons is assuming responsibility for the wills, powers of attorney and title deeds of Young Robertson…
Legal 500 progress recognises Thorntons’ client focus and quality advice
Thorntons has achieved another strong set of Legal 500 results, earning five new practice area rankings in the Legal 500 UK 2027 guide.The…
Thorntons’ Lesley Larg named Scotland’s top legal business leader
Lesley Larg, Managing Partner of Thorntons, has been named winner of the Business Leadership Award at the Scottish Legal Awards 2026.…
Thorntons welcomes record 23 trainees across eight Scottish offices
Leading Scottish law firm Thorntons has welcomed 23 new trainee solicitors, its largest intake to date, with placements spanning eight…
Powers of attorney across borders: why a single signature may not be enough
Many people own property, bank accounts or investments abroad, or have family living in other countries. If you became unable to manage…
Protecting wealth across borders: international estate planning considerations
In an increasingly mobile world, it is common for individuals and families to hold assets, business interests and personal ties in more…
Divorce and international assets: a guide for clients in scotland
Our family law team regularly advise clients navigating divorce where assets are held across international borders. If you or your spouse…
Navigating jurisdictional challenges in cross-border family law: a scottish perspective
Few areas of legal practice expose the tensions of cross-border life as acutely as family law. When relationships break down for families…
Marriage and inheritance tax: understanding the tax benefits
The recent news that Ricky Gervais has announced that he will marry Jane Fallon (his long term partner of over 40 years) caused much media…
Startup funding stages: a founder’s guide to SEIS, EIS and priced rounds
For startups and spin outs, raising capital can feel like learning a new language. Terms like SEIS, EIS, and priced rounds are commonly…
SaaS contracts: what buyers and providers need to know
The return of Glasgow Tech Week feels like the right moment to talk about the unsung hero of successful business relationships, the…
Hardware and deep-tech startups: managing supply chain and procurement risks
Ahead of Glasgow Tech Week 2026, the city's thriving hardware and deep-tech community will once again be showcasing innovation across…
IP ownership for founders: protect your business before investment or exit
Why Intellectual Propoerty ownership matters for foundersWhen founders think about ownership, their minds usually go straight to the cap…
Does paying off your mortgage remove it from your property title?
Following a previous article on discharging your mortgage by my colleague, Graham Taylor, many homeowners are surprised to learn that…
Injured While Working Abroad: Where Can you Claim, and Whose Law Applies?
In our previous blog, we looked at knowing your rights and an employer’s duty of care when working abroad. But if you are injured…
Working Abroad: Your Employer's Duty of Care if You’re Injured Overseas
Remote working has transformed how we work. What started as a pandemic necessity is now a permanent fixture, and for plenty of people…
Acas Draft New Code of Practice for Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
Acas have recently published their new draft Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures. This lengthy document includes…
When is repayment of training costs an unlawful restraint on trade?
Although the restraint on trade in employment matters is normally restricted to post-employment restrictions, in July this year the Court…
Latest Employment Tribunal Statistics – emerging patterns
On the 11th June 2026, the UK Ministry of Justice published its annual tribunal statistics for 2025/26, highlighting a steady increase…
Employment Rights Act 2025 – Changes to raising claims for unfair dismissal (January 2027)
The Employment Rights Act 2025 has introduced a whole new host of changes to employment law, and those changes are continuing to be slowly…