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Qualified one way cost shifting update

Law Society news 26th January 2021

Delays to the commencement of Qualified One Way Costs Shifting (QOCS) rules have been brought about by the introduction of group proceedings rules, Brexit, Covid and resourcing pressures. The rules are now under active consideration by the relevant SCJC members and the anticipated commencement date, is around mid-June.

Post-mortem Time Limit Bill falls at stage 1

Legal news 27th January 2021

MSPs not persuaded of continuing need for law change

How to ace that video interview

Blogs & opinions 28th January 2021

DPLP student and founder of See Through Law, Amelia Mah, shares her top tips on how to make the best impression in your video interview for an internship or training contract.

Best practice in remote trainee supervision

Event 2nd February 2021 17:00 - 18:00

This event is exclusively for trainee supervisors, training managers and those with other trainee management responsibilities, focused on supervising trainees remotely. With restrictions dictating more working from home and a future of greater potential of flexible working for all, how can employers ensure remote supervision is as successful as possible?


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