Shared Christmas, Happy Kids: Co-Parenting Tips for Separated Families
The festive season should be a time of joy and celebration for children, but for separated families, Christmas can bring unique challenges. Navigating shared parenting arrangements during the holidays requires careful planning, open communication, and a commitment to...
Planning for the Unexpected: A Halloween Reflection on Life, Death and the Sensible Use of Paperwork
As Halloween nears and tales of ghosts and ghouls fill the night air, we are reminded that the unexpected is never far away. While the ancient Celts faced wandering spirits, our modern threats are more mundane: disorganisation, delays, and perhaps a misplaced sense of...
Pomphreys pledges its support to Will Aid 2025
We have pledged our support to eight charities by signing up to an annual Will-writing campaign for another season. Pomphreys has been a part of the Will Aid scheme for many years helping raise vital donations every November by writing basic Wills and waiving their...
A Year at the Helm: Interview with Sarah Lynch, Managing Partner of Pomphreys Solicitors
Just over a year ago, Sarah Lynch became the owner and Managing Partner of Pomphreys Solicitors, following the retirement of long-standing principal Gordon Sommerville. In that time, she has begun a a period of modernisation while maintaining the personal,...
Pomphreys Achieves Cyber Essentials Certification – Protecting Clients Through Strong Cyber Security
We are proud to announce that Pomphreys Solicitors has been awarded Cyber Essentials Certification. This government-backed standard demonstrates our commitment to robust cyber security and the protection of our clients’ data. In today’s digital world, where law firms...
You’ve Repaid Your Mortgage in Scotland – What Happens Next?
Paying off your mortgage is a major milestone, but the process is not quite finished. In Scotland, once your final payment is made, you need to discharge the Standard Security from your property title. Until this is done, your lender’s charge remains on the Land...
Negotiating Commercial Leases in Scotland – Key Considerations for Landlords and Tenants
There is no such thing as a “standard” commercial lease in Scotland. Every lease needs careful negotiation to reflect the type of property, the nature of the business, and the priorities of both landlord and tenant. From repairing obligations and insurance to rent...
DIY Wills in Scotland – Why They Can Cost More Than You Think
Many people are tempted to save money by making a DIY Will online, but under Scots Law this can lead to serious problems. Homemade Wills are often based on English templates and may not comply with Scottish rules on succession, legal rights, or execution. Errors in...
