Balfour+Manson LLP

06/05/2026

REGISTER NOW: Registration is open for our Annual Family Law Conference on Monday 22nd June at Perth Racecourse. Join us as we celebrate our 22nd conference, bringing together leading voices for a day of insight, discussion, and high‑quality CPD.

To view the topics, speakers and to register, please visit the link below ⬇️

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/balfourmanson-22nd-annual-family-law-conference-tickets-1987898668430?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/05/2026

Our offices are closed on Monday for the May Day Bank Holiday, reopening as normal on Tuesday ☀️

27/04/2026

In England, Martha’s Rule is already helping patients and families escalate concerns quickly—leading to hundreds of potentially lifesaving interventions. Scotland is trialling a version at Hairmyres Hospital, but patients across Scotland still don’t yet have the same right to a second opinion or rapid escalation route.

In today's The Scotsman, Michaela Guthrie says it’s time Scotland caught up—without waiting for another tragedy to force change.

https://www.scotsman.com/business/scotland-needs-marthas-rule-on-patient-care-7178183

02/04/2026

Happy Easter from everyone at Balfour+Manson. Our offices are closed over the Easter break, opening as normal on Tuesday 7th April 🐰🐣

01/04/2026

We’re incredibly proud to have taken part in The Dementia Trust Planning Ahead campaign and to help raise awareness of the importance of early conversations around Power of Attorney.

Well done to everyone involved in supporting families across Edinburgh—together we can make these vital discussions more routine and reduce stress for so many.

A huge thank you to The Dementia Trust for leading such impactful work. We’re committed to continuing our support as Planning Ahead 2027 approaches.

The Dementia Trust is celebrating a successful first year of its ‘Planning Ahead’ campaign, which encourages Scottish families to have early conversations around power of attorney. The 2026 pilot of ‘POA Month’ in Edinburgh delivered a measurable impact with participating fir

25/03/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Neil Crockatt to Balfour+Manson as a Partner in our Property team in Edinburgh 🏡

Neil brings more than 30 years’ experience in conveyancing and a strong reputation in Scotland’s residential property market. His appointment further strengthens our commitment to providing high-quality advice and service to property clients across Scotland.

Welcome to the team, Neil 😊

https://www.balfour-manson.co.uk/2026/03/balfourmanson-welcome-new-residential-property-partner/

23/03/2026

Paula was a much‑loved colleague whose wit, kindness and spirit will be deeply missed ❤️

Balfour and Manson and many in the Edinburgh legal community are mourning the sudden and unexpected passing of Paula Moffat, a much‑loved and long‑standing member of the firm, who died last weekend at the age of 62. Ms Moffat began her career with Balfour and Manson at just 17, working as a cour

12/03/2026

We’re absolutely delighted to share that Ann Logan has won Mentor of the Year at the Business Women Scotland Women in Law Awards 🎉👏

The award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to support, guide and develop others across the Scottish legal profession — something Ann demonstrates every day through her leadership and commitment to her colleagues. Ann consistently gives her time, knowledge and encouragement to help others grow and succeed, and we couldn’t be prouder to see her recognised in this way.

A fantastic and very well-deserved achievement — congratulations, Ann! Enjoy your celebrations with some of your wonderful team 👏

05/03/2026

After an accident, many people aren’t sure what their next step should be.

Understanding your options early can make a real difference. Our team is here to offer clear guidance and practical support when it matters most.

Get in touch with our team today on 0131 200 1200

03/03/2026

We are delighted for Partner Sindi Mules and our clients, Restore Nature Limited (an environmental campaign group), in successfully challenging a decision by Scottish Forestry not to require an Environmental Impact Assessment for a large-scale woodland creation project in the Scottish Borders.

The court upheld key grounds of challenge, including failures in the landscape evaluation and consideration of the northern brown argus butterfly. The decision has now been reduced, reinforcing the importance of rigorous environmental scrutiny in major land use changes 🦋

https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/media/edpbivt4/2026csoh17-petition-of-restore-nature-limited-for-judicial-review.pdf