Opinion

Cameron Shaw A recent decision by Sheriff Peter Braid in Edinburgh, in the case of Summary Application under the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 by J, Solicitor in respect of the Adult F, will give practitioners food for thought when applying to have themselves appointed as financial guar

Ray Gribben Ray Gribben examines the government's proposals for tackling money laundering in the wake of the Panama Papers.

Brian Inkster Brian Inkster discusses the implications of Holyrood's new make-up for crofting law, asking whether it is time crofting had a dedicated voice in the Parliament.

Lindsay Darroch Lindsay Darroch explains his reservations about the ADS.

Simon Allison As Game of Thrones Simon returns to our screens this weekend Simon Allison reflects on how Jon Snow could have avoided being stabbed repeatedly by his friends.

Anthony Fincham

Marisa Cullen Court proceedings can be speedy but jurisdictional issues can be awkward, writes Marisa Cullen.

Kath Murray Scrapping the SNP's 1,000 extra officers policy will open the way for properly resourcing the single force writes Kath Murray.

Lorna Walker (pictured on left), senior solicitor at Govan Law Centre's Prevention of Homelessness Projectexplains how GLC's partnership work with Glasgow City Mission's Glasgow Winter Night Shelter has helped prevent people sleeping rough on the streets of Glasgow. Most people are aware of the stat

James McMillan Remotely Piloted Air Systems – also known as drones – have been the subject of much controversy lately, writes James McMillan.

Ian Maxwell Ian Maxwell of Families Need Fathers (FNF) Scotland calls for Scottish courts to publish more family law judgments.

Graeme Watson

Lindsey Miller, head of the Serious and Organised Crime Division at the Crown Office, discusses a recent victory and the powerful provisions of anti-bribery legislation. In recent days, the Civil Recovery Unit has agreed a settlement that will see £2.2 million paid into a fund that will benefit com

Paula Jefferson Following a consultation last year which received 35 written responses a very short draft bill has been produced by the Scottish government which promises to make significant changes to the current ability for victims and survivors of abuse to bring claims for damages, writes Paula J

Alistair Drummond A recent judgment is a harsh reminder for tenants, say Alistair Drummond and Gavin Deeprose.