This is a comprehensive treatment of the current law of diligence. The emphasis of the book is at a practical level, making it an essential work of reference for all practitioners. This highly regarded work is a comprehensive treatment of the current law of diligence and takes full account of the impact of the Bankruptcy & Diligence (Scotland) Act 2007. Written by a recognised expert in the field, this is an essential work of reference for all practitioners and will also be of interest to students of commercial and mercantile law. This edition has been thoroughly updated to take into account the major legislative changes brought about by the Bankruptcy and Diligence Etc (Scotland) Act 2006.