Yeah,

so I suppose it really depends on the structure of the practice when they are coming together.

But the key agreements to be aware of are traditional Scottish partnership agreements.

So under the Partnership Act 1890, which is very much still the law here, a partnership without a formal written agreement can dissolve automatically if a partner dies or leaves.

So really, you really need to have a written agreement in place It's very, very important.

And a bespoke agreement would set out things like decision making, profit shares, clinical responsibilities and exit routes.

And really importantly, what happens on death or long term illness of a partner.

yeah yeah yeah at a time when it's the last thing that you need really isn't it what a shame so why would you specifically need uh solicitor that specialises in dental in Scotland, are these types of agreements not something that any solicitor can