Asset management firms targeted by cyber criminals
The sheer scale of the wealth handled by the sector makes it a prime target for attack. TierneyMJ / Shutterstock
Why family planning really matters
Often the perception of family lawyers is that they are just there for divorce or when people are fighting over their children. But at Burness Paull, our family Law Team has…
The more things change, the more they stay the same
Succession has been a prominent subject in British public and political life during 2022 At Burness Paull ‘succession’ – the action or process of inheriting a title, office or property…
Planet or profits? Why ESG investors still face a challenge
Funds that prioritise socialand environmentalbenefits are popular but problematic ESG funds, short for Environmental, Social and Governance, are attracting more and more investor attention every year. According to the data…
Portfolios under pressure in inflationary times
After decades of low inflation, wealth managers and investors are having to rethink their strategies Wealth managers and investors are facing a set of circumstances that very few of them…
How much is enough?
Professional golf is a sport awash with money. The top stars earn millions. Tiger Woods, surely the world’s most famous golfer, has earned more than US$120 million from his PGA…
How to avoid pension pot luck
It makes no sense to take financial risks with retirement, particularly when markets are unstable. Careful planning is key Planning for retirement is vital, but it can be complex and…
War and the pandemic: a double hit that is shaking the financial world
The volatility and uncertainty created by two global catastrophes has led to the cost-of-living crisis. Is it possible to lessen the effects on your finances? There are few individuals who…
Family fortunes: Is inheritance tax fit for modern society?
Justine McCluskey: “There is an argument that the inheritance tax regime has failed to move with the time” The Office for National Statistics recently reported that more than half of…
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Why we’re at a crossroads on the journey to net zero
The SCDI blueprint outlines opportunities for a collaborative green industrial revolution The Scottish Council for Development and Industry’s 2030 Blueprint, Making a Good Living, with its positive outlook and ambition for, among other things, clean energy and decarbonisation, arrives at a critical point in Scotland’s journey to net zero. Resilience needs to be built into our…
Ups and down of a rollercoaster corporate year
It’s been something of a roller coaster ride this year in Scotland’s corporate and M&A sector. That’s hardly surprising given the huge disruption caused by Covid-19. However, it hasn’t been…
Why green recovery is the best hope
Post-coronavirus focus must be on efforts to tackle climate change