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Janys M Scott QC

Brexit Transition Provisions and Family Law

Editor 8th July 2020 Online Articles

Janys M Scott QC gives the first Westwater Brexit Briefing, looking at how the EU Withdrawal Agreement affects family law.  This short video explains what happens during the transition period …

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Melanie Barbour reviews cohabitation rights in the 21st Century

Editor 23rd June 2020 News

An online article by new member of Westwater Advocates, Melanie Barbour, provides insights into the questions currently under consideration by the Scottish Law Commission. This is both a useful guide …

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A Review of Cohabitation Rights in the 21st Century?

Editor 23rd June 2020 Online Articles

Sections 25-29 of the Family Law (Scotland) Act 2006 were brought into force on 4 May 2006, providing for the first time cohabitating couples with a set of statutory provisions …

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ABC v Principal Reporter and In the Matter of XY

Editor 18th June 2020 News

The UK Supreme Court has refused appeals in cases where Westwater’s Lynda Brabender QC and Janys Scott QC appeared for the appellants, but acknowledges that the initiation of the challenges …

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An update on CHAS during the Coronavirus pandemic

Editor 4th June 2020 News

Westwater Advocates is proud to sponsor CHAS, as new ways are found to support families during the coronavirus pandemic. “The coronavirus pandemic has been challenging for everyone, especially for families …

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Antonia Welsh

New member of Westwater Advocates, Antonia Welsh, tells young lawyers to be brave about joining the bar

Editor 3rd June 2020 News

New member of Westwater Advocates, Antonia Welsh, tells young lawyers to be brave about joining the bar. “I am one of this year’s devils at the Faculty of Advocates and …

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Westwater Advocates Welcome Melanie Barbour and Antonia Welsh

Editor 28th May 2020 News

We are delighted to announce that Melanie Barbour and Antonia Welsh join the stable today after calling at the Bar. Melanie practiced mainly as a local authority solicitor and is …

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Sir Crispin Agnew of Lochnaw Bt QC

Considering the ownership of inshore fisheries

Editor 10th May 2019 News

Crispin Agnew, in conjunction with Professor T Appleby and E Bean, both of the University of West England, have an article published in the Journal of Water Law entitled “The …

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Ruth M Innes

Westwater Advocates celebrates another landmark appointment as Ruth Innes takes silk.

Editor 17th September 2018 News

Westwater Advocates celebrates another landmark appointment as Ruth Innes takes silk. Ruth’s reputation as one of Scotland’s leading family lawyers is already firmly established and her appointment is richly deserved. …

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25 recommendations for Westwater Advocates in the newly published 2018 Chambers Directory

Editor 2nd November 2017 News

Westwater Advocates has been awarded 25 individual recommendations in 10 categories in the newly published 2018 edition of the Chambers Directory. On learning of the latest endorsements in the authoritative …

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It is with great pleasure that we announce that in 2023, Westwater Advocates will be supporting @bethanychtrust, a charity that serves people who are homeless and those at risk of homelessness throughout Scotland.

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3:23 pm · 30th January 2023
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Mr and Mrs Claus are getting divorced on the 15th December at 6pm in Parliament Hall. All of the proceeds will be donated to charity. Tickets are available at: eventbrite.co.uk/e/4…

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10:27 am · 24th November 2022
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Congratulations to everyone who was recommended for the rank and dignity of King's Counsel this year. In particular to Westwater Advocates' Isabella Ennis. judiciary.scot/home/…

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7:49 pm · 27th September 2022
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Westwater Advocates is deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty the Queen. A constant presence in all our lives, she will be greatly missed.

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9:04 am · 9th September 2022
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We are delighted to announce that John Laing and Terence Merck join the stable today after calling at the Bar.

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