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Immigration Paralegal / Caseworker , Glasgow
Kas & Co Solicitors is excited to announce a new opportunity for a passionate and driven Immigration Paralegal or Caseworker to join our expanding immigration team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career within a supportive and friendly environment, working on a varied and meaningful caseload spanning both legal...
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Careers and Outreach Officer , Edinburgh
Careers and Outreach Officer, £37,259, Temporary (up to 14 months), (35 hours per week)An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Careers and Outreach team within the Law Society’s Education, Training and Qualifications Directorate. Due to the upcoming maternity leave of the post-holder, we have a fixed term opportunity within the...
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Solicitor (Fixed Term - 12 months) , Scotland
Your passion has never had a greater purpose Here at SEPA, we’re connected by a passion that drives us to be purposeful in every action we take – to protect our environment. Through our expertise, we lead projects that make a difference for Scotland, and our workplaces are grounded in respect...
Senior Solicitor , Edinburgh
Senior Solicitor, £54,828pa, Temporary (up to 9 months), (35 hours per week)It is an exciting time to join the Law Society of Scotland. Due to maternity leave, we have an opportunity within the Professional Practice Team for a Senior Solicitor – Temporary for up to 9 months.The Law Society of...
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Explore state of high-street law in Scotland in numbers from survival to growth
Vanishing law firms in the Highlands — when justice becomes a journey
Five reasons why Scotland's high-street law firms still matter
Why training at a high-street firm could give you a head start
Next Generation of Scottish Legal Talent
Enter the Disruptors — How gen Z is reshaping Scotland's legal profession
Lawfluencers, Nomads, Reels and Deals — Gen Z and their non-traditional routes into law
'Ripped to shreds' — Inside the movement to open Scottish legal profession to all
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