Legal

Alison Marshall who has completed the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Certification for Leaders with The Law Society of Scotland.

Law Society of Scotland

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Dunfermline solicitor first in Fife to gain certificate

Robyn Knox who died after being struck by a car on Townhill Main Street.

Robyn Knox who died after being struck by a car on Townhill Main Street.

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Family hailed for 'dignity, strength and unity' following Robyn's death

A new law comes into force today after a loophole in the law allowed Dunfermline man Ross Taggart to control his mum's estate despite murdering her.

A new law comes into force today after a loophole in the law allowed Dunfermline man Ross Taggart to control his mum's estate despite murdering her.

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New law to prevent killers controlling victim's estate thanks to Dunfermline family

A FIfe MSP has called for tougher measures to deal with fly tippers.

A FIfe MSP has called for tougher measures to deal with fly tippers.

Tougher measures needed on fly-tipping, says MSP

A winding up order involving an Inverkeithing business was presented to Dunfermline Sheriff Court earlier this month.

A winding up order involving an Inverkeithing business was presented to Dunfermline Sheriff Court earlier this month.

Liquidators set to be appointed to Inverkeithing business

So when will Fife introduce the pavement parking ban?

So when will Fife introduce the pavement parking ban?

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So when will Fife Council start enforcing the pavement parking ban?

Appeal court judge Lady Dorrian has published a report explaining the quashing of six submaster convictions including one which took place in Dunfermline.

Appeal court judge Lady Dorrian has published a report explaining the quashing of six submaster convictions including one which took place in Dunfermline.

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Subpostmaster's conviction in Dunfermline ruled 'clear' miscarriage of justice

Colin Marr died from a single stab wound in July 2007.

Colin Marr died from a single stab wound in July 2007.

Family of Colin Marr call for change in sudden death investigations

The dispute over common good land has held up plans for the Ironmongers Studio.

The dispute over common good land has held up plans for the Ironmongers Studio.

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Dispute over law of the land in Dunfermline has now lasted for seven years

Financials Direct

Financials Direct

Why HMRC starts tax investigations for self-employed individuals

Owners gathered to show the public that their beloved pets aren't to be feared.

Owners gathered to show the public that their beloved pets aren't to be feared.

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XL Bullies owners gather in Dunfermline to make a stand in the face of ban

Can I park on a dropped kerb in England, Scotland and Wales?

Can I park on a dropped kerb in England, Scotland and Wales?

Is it illegal to park your car in front of a driveway or on a dropped kerb?

When can I buy alcohol in shops like Tesco and Asda in Scotland?

When can I buy alcohol in shops like Tesco and Asda in Scotland?

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What is the legal drink drive limit in Scotland and what penalties are there?

A taxi driver has been reported to the police after an accusation of

A taxi driver has been reported to the police after an accusation of

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Taxi driver accused of 'inappropriate conduct' in vehicle reported to police

A new law is now in place after a loophole allowed Dunfermline man Ross Taggart was allowed to control his mum's estate despite murdering her.

A new law is now in place after a loophole allowed Dunfermline man Ross Taggart was allowed to control his mum's estate despite murdering her.

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Dunfermline family wins legal battle to prevent murderers controlling victim's estate

The Erskine Building, as it's now known, will be sold at auction after a legal problem arose with the Yes U Are deal to buy it.

The Erskine Building, as it's now known, will be sold at auction after a legal problem arose with the Yes U Are deal to buy it.

'No regrets' about property fail after legal problem sinks charity plans

The deal to buy a former church ended in a legal dispute with the administrators of a late Dunfermline businessman's estate.

The deal to buy a former church ended in a legal dispute with the administrators of a late Dunfermline businessman's estate.

Church deal scuppered by legal dispute with late businessman's foundation

Douglas Chapman MP has called for

Douglas Chapman MP has called for

West Fife MP calls for accountability as he questions Post Office Horizon witnesses

Fife Council are taking formal enforcement action against an unauthorised shisha bar in Dunfermline.

Fife Council are taking formal enforcement action against an unauthorised shisha bar in Dunfermline.

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Enforcement action in the pipeline for unauthorised shisha bar in Abbeyview

Kiran Bahia who won a Rising Star in Law award at the Scottish Asian and Business Awards.

Kiran Bahia who won a Rising Star in Law award at the Scottish Asian and Business Awards.

Solicitor Kiran Bahia scoops rising star accolade

A Fife home carer has been suspended for a year after having a sexual relationship with a service-user

A Fife home carer has been suspended for a year after having a sexual relationship with a service-user

Fife carer suspended after sexual relationship with service user

It's official. The peacocks of Pittencrieff Park will be granted the Freedom of the City of Dunfermline today (Thursday).

It's official. The peacocks of Pittencrieff Park will be granted the Freedom of the City of Dunfermline today (Thursday).

Right to roam as peacocks to be officially granted Freedom of Dunfermline today

A new ban on pavement parking is enforceable from Monday December 11, but Fife Council aren't ready.

A new ban on pavement parking is enforceable from Monday December 11, but Fife Council aren't ready.

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Fife 'won't be enforcing' new pavement parking ban when it becomes law on Monday

There's been an 'encouraging' level of interest in the assets of Sign Plus.

There's been an 'encouraging' level of interest in the assets of Sign Plus.

Signs of interest in assets of Dalgety Bay firm that plunged into administration

West Fifers are being urged to sign up to have their will written.

West Fifers are being urged to sign up to have their will written.

National campaign urges West Fifers to get wills written

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Loophole allowing Dunfermline murderer to control mum's estate set to close

The case of Fife man Joseph Sneddon is being highlighted in a BBC docuseries.

The case of Fife man Joseph Sneddon is being highlighted in a BBC docuseries.

Death of Fife man is highlighted in BBC documentary series

Is it illegal to park on the pavement in Scotland and how will the new Transport Act rules affect me?

Is it illegal to park on the pavement in Scotland and how will the new Transport Act rules affect me?

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Are you allowed to park your car on the pavement in Scotland?

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Law change would stop murderers from controlling their victim's estate

Kiran Bahia, a corporate solicitor at WJM

Kiran Bahia, a corporate solicitor at WJM

Law firm moves into new premises

Colin Marr died of a single stab wound in July 2007.

Colin Marr died of a single stab wound in July 2007.

Ex-police chief slams failures to investigate Colin's death as an 'outrage'

Colin Marr died from a single stab wound in July 2007.

Colin Marr died from a single stab wound in July 2007.

Family stuck reliving the 'most horrendous day' of Colin's life welcome new review

Karen Robertson, widow of Gary, who died after a fall from height while working at the Longannet Power Station site. Photo: Digby Brown

Karen Robertson, widow of Gary, who died after a fall from height while working at the Longannet Power Station site. Photo: Digby Brown

Widow secures £1 million in damages after husband's death at Longannet

Staff at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP held a coffee morning to raise funds for Refuweegee.

Staff at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP held a coffee morning to raise funds for Refuweegee.

Dunfermline law firm raises more than £300 for refugees across Scotland

Brian Glendinning with his wife Kimberly and their granddaughter.

Brian Glendinning with his wife Kimberly and their granddaughter.

Kincardine dad will be back home in days after being freed from Iraqi jail

The Dunfermline based firm completed the 14 day challenge to raise money for SAMH

The Dunfermline based firm completed the 14 day challenge to raise money for SAMH

Law firm completes 14 day challenge for charity

Brian with his wife Kimberly and granddaughter.

Brian with his wife Kimberly and granddaughter.

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Dad-of-three pleads: Get me out of Iraq jail hell

Keith Kordula, 65, will retire after more than 40 years.

Keith Kordula, 65, will retire after more than 40 years.

City solicitor Keith retires after more than 40 years

Dunfermline is now officially a city.

Dunfermline is now officially a city.

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Dunfermline is now officially a city

Corrie McKeague and Nicola Urquhart

Corrie McKeague and Nicola Urquhart

Memorial stone for Corrie will 'give his daughter somewhere to remember him'

Corrie McKeague

Corrie McKeague

Inquest hears man spotted by bin lorry driver not thought to be missing RAF gunner Corrie McKeague

Corrie McKeague

Corrie McKeague

Inquest hears RAF gunner Corrie McKeague a "heavy sleeper" when drunk

An inquest is being held into the disappearance of Corrie McKeague, from Dunfermline, who was 23 when he went missing in September 2016.

An inquest is being held into the disappearance of Corrie McKeague, from Dunfermline, who was 23 when he went missing in September 2016.

Inquest into death of Dunfermline serviceman hears wrong bin weight recorded due to process error

Drivers have been urged to brush up on the Highway Code amid new changes to laws. Photo via Canva/Pixabay.

Drivers have been urged to brush up on the Highway Code amid new changes to laws. Photo via Canva/Pixabay.

Drivers warned over roundabout rule change amid Highway Code update in January

Jonathan Matheson-Dear has written a book, 'Mushroom Soup in Court' about his 30 years as a solicitor at Dunfermline Sheriff Court .

Jonathan Matheson-Dear has written a book, 'Mushroom Soup in Court' about his 30 years as a solicitor at Dunfermline Sheriff Court .

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Jonathan lifts the lid on 30 years as a Dunfermline court solicitor

UK drivers could face £5,000 fine for wearing winter boots and Christmas jumpers. (PA)

UK drivers could face £5,000 fine for wearing winter boots and Christmas jumpers. (PA)

Drivers could face £5,000 fine for wearing winter boots and Christmas jumpers

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Tributes as popular Dunfermline lawyer dies after contracting coronavirus