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 an appointment for a free…
Scots Law: Live, Laugh, Move On Breakups are undeniably tough—whether you’ve been together for a few months or many years, the end of a relationship can leave you emotionally shaken. But what happens when the breakup isn’t just an emotional journey, but also a legal one? Scots law has specific provisions around things like property,…
Child maintenance can be a thorny issue for many separated or divorced parents. Ensuring that your child receives the necessary financial support is crucial, but understanding the legal intricacies of child law can be challenging. In Scotland, the role of a child maintenance solicitor is vital in helping parents navigate these waters, and our expert…
One of the most crucial factors for parents to think about is where their children go to school. One of the most important aspects of being a parent is making sure your child gets the most education possible. Sometimes, the school your child is expected to attend because of the “Catchment Area” in which you…
Families frequently gather throughout the Christmas season to spend quality time together. However, when parents separate, it can be a source of increased tension and worry, particularly when it comes to child contact arrangements. A breach of a contact agreement—whether it concerns the amount of time children spend with each parent, the location of visits,…
Over 3.5 million people in the UK are thought to struggle with infertility. Thankfully, modern science and technology have advanced significantly over the years, and more and more people are now able to become parents with minimal assistance by using donor eggs and sperm and assisted conception techniques like IVF. To make sure you and…
Before delving into the distinctions, it is imperative to comprehend the meaning of the phrases “adoption” and “fostering” in Scotland. Fostering Scotland Fostering is the process of placing a child in the care of someone other than their biological parent. For several reasons, the birth parent of the kid has frequently had to temporarily relinquish…
Child Contact Arrangements For The Christmas Period Some may argue that it is too early to consider the Christmas holiday season because Halloween was a few short weeks ago. Nevertheless, the navigation of family arrangements is always difficult and further complicated for separated parents in the run-up to Christmas. When determining how time for children…
Scotland became the first part of the UK, and devolved nation in the world to directly incorporate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into domestic law. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 (the Act) came into force on 16 July 2024. Across 54 Articles…
Updated 16/04/2024 Questions about what should happen to the assets of a shareholder after death and how they should be distributed to beneficiaries. Here, we will detail four helpful actions to take into account when transferring the shares of a deceased shareholder who has passed away, with business owners and executors in mind. Step 1:…
