Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) Changes: April 2024

Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) Changes: April 2024

Navigating the world of property transactions can feel overwhelming at times, especially when it comes to understanding the tax implications involved. In Scotland, the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) is the key player in this arena, replacing the UK Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) from April 1st 2015. LBTT…

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Private equity investment for energy sector is picking up steam again

Investors are refreshing, diversifying and growing their portfolios, says Findlay Anderson Ask anyone, and they’ll likely have an opinion about the UK energy industry. Most of the current narrative is heavily politicised around tax changes (four in recent times) and presumptions against oil and gas. On the other hand there…

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Gilson Gray introduces mass litigation offering headed up by new associate

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has introduced a new mass litigation service, supporting people all over Scotland with data protection and financial services claims, with the appointment of an experienced legal associate to lead the specialism. Cat McGarrell joins the firm after nine years at Thompsons Solicitors as a group…

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Gilson Gray bolsters corporate team with two new hires

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has further strengthened its corporate team with two new hires. Donald Lawrie Morrison, a senior solicitor based in the firm’s Aberdeen office, joins from Squire Patton Boggs in London where his practice focused on multi-sectoral UK and international M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions.…

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Gilson Gray continues expansion with acquisition of Edinburgh firm MHD Law

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has further strengthened its position in Edinburgh with the acquisition of MHD Law. The deal represents the group’s second takeover deal of 2024. MHD has a 100-year history and, over that time, has established a strong local reputation for delivering legal services across property, estate…

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Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has strengthened its marketing and business development team with two new hires. Kelly Jones and Rachael Etheridge have been appointed as marketing manager and business development manager, respectively. Kelly joins the firm from communications agency The Lane, where she worked across a range of corporate sectors, including legal and professional services, as a senior account manager. In her new role, Kelly will help drive the firm’s marketing strategy to unlock new opportunities and maintain its position as a market leader. Rachael brings a wealth of experience to the business, having spent over ten years in business development and marketing positions at various legal firms. In the newly created role, Rachael will focus on building Gilson Gray’s regional offering by overseeing the delivery of its strategic growth plans. The announcement follows the promotion of Vanessa Kennedy to director of marketing and business development in September 2023. Kelly said: “It’s an exciting time to be joining Gilson Gray. The firm already has an excellent reputation, and I am eager to build on this by continuing to raise awareness of the brand across the UK through a range of campaigns that will further elevate its position.” Rachael said: “I’m looking forward to being part of the next chapter of Gilson Gray’s growth. As the Firm approaches its tenth anniversary, it is an ideal time to capitalise upon and develop further the strong identity and market position of the Group.” Vanessa Kennedy, Director of Marketing and Business Development, added: “Kelly and Rachael are valuable additions to the team. We have ambitious growth plans, and their experience will enable us to seize new opportunities and propel the firm forward with fully aligned strategic marketing and business development goals. We have a very exciting year ahead.”

Full-service legal firm Gilson Gray has strengthened its marketing and business development team with two new hires. Kelly Jones and Rachael Etheridge have been appointed as marketing manager and business development manager, respectively. Kelly joins the firm from communications agency The Lane, where she worked across a range of corporate…

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