| 30/04/2008 RUSSEL + AITKEN ACQUIRE NEW ALLOA BASE |
Russel + Aitken Falkirk has announced today (30th April 2008), its acquisition of Alloa-based firm Allan Grant. David Anderson and Alasdair Adam, the former partners of Allan Grant, will continue to serve with the firm. The move by Russel + Aitken will enhance existing services to Allan Grant clients and the firm will be further developing the criminal practice and estate agency service.
Euan Bell-Scott, senior partner at Russel + Aitken Falkirk said: “This latest move illustrates our continued strategy for growth. We have an extremely strong estate agency team which will be developing business in the area, and offering buyers and sellers an outstanding service when it comes to house moves in the Hillfoots and across central Scotland.”
He continued: “Alloa Sheriff Court is one of the busiest in Scotland and our team of criminal defence lawyers offer an excellent, 24hr service. We are also registered with the Scottish Legal Aid Board.”
There are a variety of exciting developments underway in the Clackmannanshire area, for example the new bridge and forthcoming railway at Alloa. Such a thriving area has created fantastic opportunities for Russel + Aitken, which is known for its progressive nature.
Russel + Aiken has twelve partners and over 150 staff working from four offices across Central Scotland. The firm offers a comprehensive legal service to personal and business clients throughout the country from its core service areas of commercial, court, conveyancing, estate agency and private client work including wills, trusts and executries.
THIS INFORMATION AND FURTHER DETAILS FROM JANE SMITH AT THE BUSINESS
T: 0131 718 6022
M: 07780 666 136 |
| E: janes@thebusinesspr.co.uk |
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| 07/11/2007 Know Your Area - Stockbridge |
| Susan Mendelssohn, property partner at Russel and Aitken, along with the firm's Property Shop at 16 Raeburn Place, are featured in this article in ION Magazine about the attractions and amenities on offer for anyone considering buying property in the Stockbridge area of Edinburgh. |
| ION Magazine Article about Stockbridge in Edinburgh |
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| 05/11/2007 À la carte menu may improve conveyancing |
Dianne Paterson, Russel + Aitken Partner and residential property specialist was interviewed by the Scotsman's Jennifer Veitch for an article regarding the concerns voiced recently by the Scottish Legal Services Ombudsman, that consumers need to be given clearer information regarding what to expect from conveyancing solicitors.
Dianne suggests:
"It's important to ensure consumers are fully informed about the services on offer from a firm, and that they feel confident in whatever services they choose," she says. "In order for this to happen it should be clarified at the outset exactly what is included in any service offered, what systems are in place, and who might be doing the work.
"This could be in the form of a menu of individual conveyancing services charged out at different rates, or a fixed fee that includes whatever might arise in a standard conveyancing transaction. Whether that service is factory conveyancing or bespoke, provided the service offered is explained in detail in advance consumers should be clear as to what is on offer." |
| Scotsman Article (Note: Scotsman subscription required to read full article) |
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| 27/09/2007 Scottish house buying process 'beneficial to consumers' |
Despite being similar in many respects to the English property buying process, rules governing purchasing a home in Scotland could be more beneficial to consumers, according to one expert, Dianne Paterson, property partner with Russel + Aitken.
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| Fair Investment article |
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| 27/09/2007 Blind bids ''fair for buyers'' |
| Dianne Paterson comments on why the Scottish "blind bidding" system for buying property is actually beneficial for those buying property North of the border. |
| Estate Angels article |
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| 26/09/2007 Scottish house-buying system 'prevents gazumping' |
| Diane Paterson, a property partner at Edinburgh-based estate agents and solicitors Russel + Aitken, is interviewed for an article on the Instant Access Properties website for Property Investors. |
| Article on Instant Access Properties website |
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| 24/09/2007 Scottish system gives 'fair crack of the whip' |
| Dianne Paterson on why the Scottish house buying system is beneficial to property investors. |
| Article on HolidayLettings.co.uk website |
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| 21/09/2007 Blind bidding 'good for buyers' |
| The house buying process in Scotland aids buyers because it is designed to limit the chance of prospective homeowners being gazumped, Russel & Aitken has advised. |
| Article on HotProperty.co.uk website |
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| 21/09/2007 Blind bidding' can prevent gazumping |
| The house purchasing process in Scotland contains a number of differences to the English system which makes it advantageous to buyers. |
| Safestore article |
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| 12/03/2007 Sellers Survey - The Arguments Against |
| This article is concerning the issues surrounding the Housing (Scotland Act) 2006 and in particular the proposed introduction of the Sellers Survey. If you wish any clarification on this subject or wish to express your own views please contact Dianne Paterson on 0131 228 5500 |
| Sellers Survey Article |
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| 14/03/2006 Anti-knocking rules... do they stifle progress? |
| This article is concerning the issues surrounding legal firms and advertising. Subscription to the Scotsman online's premium content service is required to access. |
| Scotsman article |
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| 25/11/2005 Boutique Houses |
| This Scotsman article is all about our new property service and website at www.boutiquehouses.com |
| Boutique Houses article |
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| 25/11/2004 It's All A Matter Of Taste |
| In this Scotsman newspaper interview, Russel + Aitken Partner Dianne Paterson, gives advice on successfully marketing your home for sale. |
| Scotsman Article |
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| 09/10/2004 Older Properties - House Rules |
| Dianne Paterson and Susan Mendelssohn, Russel + Aitken Property Partners, give advice on the merits of buying an older property to the readers of the Scotsman newspaper. |
| Scotsman Article |
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| 12/08/2004 Shy and Retiring |
| Dianne Paterson and Susan Mendelssohn, Russel + Aitken Property Partners, give advice on the merits of purpose built "Retiral Flats" in this Scotsman newspaper article. |
| Scotsman Article |
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| 13/04/2004 Will handbag-sized property schedules set new fashion? |
| Dianne Paterson, our Property Partner, is interviewed by The Scotsman newspaper as Russel + Aitken launches new compact property schedules. |
| Scotsman Article |
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| 26/03/2003 Master of all we survey |
There has been much in the press recently regarding the problem of multiple surveys, particularly in the 'hot spot' areas such as Edinburgh and parts of Glasgow.
Some propose a 'sellers survey' as being the solution. We disagree. A simpler solution has been going on for some time now amongst leading property solicitors in Edinburgh, which is the making of offers, even at closing dates, 'subject to survey'.
Such a solution has saved our clients the huge worry about multiple surveys and the subsequent costs. Obviously it puts more pressure on ourselves, the purchasing solicitors, to advise on price; however we believe that an experienced property solicitor will be more than able to give his client guidance as to what to offer.
We believe that we, in Russel + Aitken, are well placed to give such advice to clients. With the information available to us through our own sales records, the Property Centre archives and by keeping an eye on the 'hot' spots and up and coming areas we can give clients the advice and guidance they require. Should they be successful with their offer we can then arrange an appropriate survey for them. Of course, if clients would prefer to obtain a survey in advance of submitting an offer we are more than happy to oblige. The choice is theirs at all times but the options now are greater.
Whether you are an existing client or a new client all you need to do is contact Dianne Paterson, our Property Partner on 0131 476 7248 or by emailing |
| dianne.paterson@russelaitken.com |
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| 19/12/2002 A Matter of Some Utility |
| Dianne Paterson, our Property Partner, answers the public's questions on property in the Scotsman. Also this week: Offers Over or Fixed Price?, Buying with a Sibling and Keeping it in the Family, |
| Scotsman Property Article: A Matter of Some Utility |
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| 14/11/2002 Crazy Parkers Drive Me Mad |
| Dianne Paterson, our Property Partner, answers the public's questions on property in the Scotsman. Also this week: My Neighbour's Planning Deviations. |
| Scotsman Property Article: Crazy Parkers Drive Me Mad |
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| 31/10/2002 Agents Can Be A Real Asset |
Dianne Paterson, our Property Partner, answers the public's questions on property in the Scotsman. Also this week: Stamp Duty, what is it, who pays it and how much is it?
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| Scotsman Property Article: Agents Can Be A Real Asset |
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