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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Starting your own business is a big step, and one of the first decisions you’ll need to make is how to structure it. The choice you make will affect everything from tax and paperwork to liability and decision-making. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. It depends on...
If you’re house hunting in Scotland, you may have come across the term closing date. It’s a uniquely Scottish part of the property process and can often take buyers by surprise, especially those new to the market or coming from other parts of the UK. In this article,...
