International Committee

Oversee the development and implementation of the Society’s international strategy, trade policy and engagement as they relate to the profession and legal sector. The committee will do this by:

• Guiding the implementation and production of the Society’s international strategy, ensuring this is aligned to the Society’s annual plan.
• Support and oversee the Society’s work in relation to trade policy including responding to consultations on trade policy.
• Representing international Members by appointing them to a committee that will work on issues relevant to them.
• Raises awareness in the profession of the increasing importance of international work to Scottish solicitors.
• Guide and advise on international relations, for example but not limited to, our relations with the EU institutions and with other bars and law societies.
• Make recommendations on the representation of the Law Society at international events and on international bodies.
• Receive reports (written or verbal) from those who attend international events and provide guidance and assistance for them as required.
• Identify key priorities and key risks for the Society in relation to international work and report on these to the Board where appropriate.