The law never stands still, and the way it applies to you and your organisation is constantly evolving. Our people are on top of these developments and can keep you up to date with some of the most interestings aspects of these changes. Check out our articles and updates for our perspective on issues that might affect you.
It's never an exact science to predict what will happen in the world of employment law, but there are two main themes that we see developments falling into over the rest of this year, the increasing financial squeeze on employers and an increase in rights of the individual.
Our team regularly advises clients in Shetland and beyond in relation to buying, selling or chartering vessels of all descriptions, and also those looking to commission a new vessel. From our experience of guiding them through the process we've picked up some key points that anyone looking to purchase a vessel should bear in mind.
Chris Kerr, a Partner at Harper Macleod, looks at the importance of protecting your provenance and brand for all food and drink producers, in Shetland and beyond.
Jenni Gear, a Family Law solicitor based in Harper Macleod's Lerwick office, and private client Partner Julie Doncaster consider what relatives can do when someone loses capacity to make their own decisions. They look at Powers of Attorney and Guardianship Orders.
Jenni Gear, a Family Law solicitor based in Harper Macleod's Lerwick office, looks at the process for separated parents agreeing child contact arrangements over the festive period.