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New guidance for in-house lawyers helps them to deal with difficult questions over who they may properly advise in the course of their employment

From the Professional Practice team: Confirmation – DON’T send HMRC the principal C1!

Advice from Professional Practice about changes that will mean faster clearing of cheques – and a need to make new arrangements to comply with the accounts rules regarding retention of cheques

The Indian Supreme Court decision annulling a talaq divorce shows the importance of looking into foreign orders sought to be founded on in Scotland

Extended version of the intellectual property briefing on the UK Supreme Court decision in Actavis UK v Eli Lilly: when does a variant on a patented item infringe that patent?

A solicitor airs his concerns over two matters of practice at Registers of Scotland which, he believes, have the potential to cause serious difficulty for clients

Employees with adult ADHD may be very able but also pose issues for their management that if not properly handled may in some cases risk a disability claim

This month's selection of leisure reading, chosen by the Journal's book review editor

There is a risk of misuse of financial powers granted by power of attorney, but while it should be considered whether safeguards can be strengthened, the regime should not become unduly restrictive

Review of Planning (Collar)

Janet Rieu-Clarke is the Society’s accredited paralegal and the newest member of the Professional Practice team

Headline incidents of violence during August, and the various reactions, to my mind indicate the importance not only of the rule of law but of ensuring justice at home as well as promoting it abroad

Registers of Scotland column: beta testing on ScotLIS; Land Register rules

Collected news of new appointments and practice changes

The UK Supreme Court judgment on employment tribunal fees has boosted the principle of access to justice. Our feature considers how the court reached its decision, and some practical consequences

In association with Tilney: some circumstances in which the additional allowance cannot be claimed

The law on state aid, an important part of the EU legal regime, will still have a significant role to play post-Brexit, even if the form it will take remains unclear

The author's research project examining intellectual property litigation offers new insights for practitioners into the Court of Session’s IP caseload, and comparisons with courts elsewhere

Is a welfare power of attorney sufficient where a person lacking capacity does not agree with their care arrangements? Why do public authorities increasingly insist that a welfare guardian be appointed?

Does a recent English case affect personal injury trust practice in Scotland? And what lessons does it have for professional trustees and other practitioners?

In association with Frama: a new secure email encryption service will help combat cybercrime without a cumbersome process

Despite efforts to hear the views of children in court decisions affecting them, there is no special method for communicating the ultimate decision. Could one sheriff's initiative provide a benchmark?

Latest civil cases, including contempt of court; expenses; caution; expenses as condition precedent; appeals; waiver; excuse for failure; expert evidence; family cases

Corporate briefing: the Scottish Law Commission has carried out a final consultation on draft legislative reforms covering assignation of and security over moveable assets