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25 Sep 2017
Healthcare in Scotland needs consideration as part of Brexit negotiations
The Society has published its analysis of the potential impact of Brexit on healthcare in Scotland
25 Sep 2017New Council representation for international Scottish solicitors and solicitor advocates
Two brand new seats on the Law Society of Scotland Council have been filled by a Scottish solicitor working in Brussels and a solicitor advocate based in Fife.
14 Sep 2017Survey shows improving fortunes for smaller law firms
The Society's new Financial Benchmarking report has shown increased profits per partner for 2-4 partner firms
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02 Jun 2017
Hate crime video wins student competition
A video exploring the subject of hate crime won this year's annual student competition run by the Law Society of Scotland in partnership with the Scottish parliament.
18 May 2017First Minister and leading legal figures back LGBT+ workplace equality campaign
A campaign to promote LGBT+ equality in the workplace is being launched by the Law Society of Scotland and The Glass Network today, Thursday, 18 May.
05 Oct 2016Let's Talk Progression - Linda Urquhart
Linda Urquhart OBE WS, Chairman at Morton Fraser LLP, shares her career story.
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21 Sep 2017
Anti-money laundering guidance published
New draft AML guidance, which reflects the 2017 Money Laundering Regulations, has been published
27 Jul 2017HSBC to extend conveyancing panel in Scotland
All firms regulated by the Society can apply for HSBC panel membership
25 Jul 2017UK Government consultation - anti money laundering supervisory review
Solicitors encouraged to respond to consultation on new anti money laundering supervisory body
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