A Guide to Parental Rights and Responsibilities in Scotland Scots Family law recognises a set of statutory Parental Responsibilities and Rights (known as PRRs). It is not always clear who has the right to make decisions regarding a child, particularly after a separation. The Family Law (Scotland) Act 2006 sets out clear framework to ensure…
MSP Maurice Golden has brought the issue of dog theft here in Scotland into the limelight. A Bill, intended to counteract wrongful removal of a dog, known now as the ‘Dog Theft Scotland Bill’. The bill, has passed through stage one for the process and is headed to be considered further by parliament. Any pet…
Prenuptial Agreements in Scotland: What you need to know before saying “I do”. Getting married it is a commitment built on love and trust and is one of the most exciting, but significant, decisions that you will make in your lifetime. This is why it is important to consider the practical aspects of marriage, being…
Supporting Unpaid Carers During Carers Week 2025 – Carer Support At Simplicity Legal, we are proud to support Carers Week 2025 and to spotlight the critical role that unpaid carers play throughout Scotland and the UK. Scotland is home to an estimated 1.1 million unpaid carers, of whom up to 90,000 are responsible for the…
Travelling Abroad with Children Post-Seperation With the school holidays fast approaching in Scotland, there are several factors that separated parents must consider before taking their child or children abroad on holiday. Typically, both parents will have parental responsibilities and legal rights over their child. Where this is the case, either parent must consider the other…
Ending a Private Residential Tenancy If you wish to terminate your private residential tenancy, it is your responsibility as a landlord to provide a notice of leave. The date on which you wish for a tenant to vacate the premises is stipulated in this legal document. By the conclusion of the notice period, the tenant…
Buying your first home is a huge milestone that can often feel daunting and can be a little overwhelming. There are lots of aspects which can be confusing, so understanding the home-buying process can save both time and stress. This guide to buying your first home in Scotland will help to navigate your way through…
In this blog, Claire shares how her non-traditional route led her back to law—this time in a fully remote role with Complete Clarity and Simplicity Legal. Her story highlights the value of transferable skills, the importance of flexibility in modern legal practice, and how forward-thinking firms are reshaping the profession by supporting remote work and trusting their…
As April approaches, it is the perfect time to focus on organising and tidying not just our homes but our personal affairs too. An important tool in doing so is granting a Power of Attorney. What is a Power of Attorney and why is it important? In Scotland, everyone over the age of 16 has…
There are various ways to become a mother in Scotland: biological parenthood, adoption, fostering, surrogacy, or step-parenting. Different processes, laws and rights apply to each of these methods. Here is a guide to each of them. We are here to assist if you require legal advice, and you can book an appointment for a free…
