There have recently been some key developments in the way family actions and civil partnership actions will proceed through court and be subject to judicial monitoring and control. The aim of these changes is to promote swifter outcomes in disputed family and civil partnership actions by way of increased case management by sheriffs, and,...

What is the role of an  Executor? The executor’s main role is to carry out the administrative processes involved in winding up a deceased’s affairs by ingathering funds, paying off debts and making over whatever is left to the beneficiaries. The executor carries out their role for the benefit of all those with an “interest” in the estate,...

  We are delighted to announce that Livingstone Brown have been shortlisted as finalists in a record seven categories in the Herald Law Awards of Scotland 2023. This year, our team have been recognised both collectively and individually, which is testament to the exceptional commitment of our staff in providing an excellent service to our...