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New £1,000 student prize to find future star of Scotland’s legal sector
Big picture — what the Journal’s 2026 Employment & Salary Survey reveals about life and pay for Scottish solicitors
Women gain ground in Scottish law firms, but stark partnership pay gap persists
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Solicitor - Immigration/Employment – Lochgelly, Fife , Lochgelly, Fife
Are you a solicitor, committed to tackling social injustice, who has the experience and skills to join our small and dedicated staff team at Fife Law Centre, supporting those in our communities who face challenges in accessing conventional legal services? In particular do you have experience in handling immigration and employment problems?Fife Law...
Immigration Paralegals (Two positions) , Glasgow
Join our specialist immigration practice undertaking both legal aid and privately funded work across asylum, immigration, nationality, human rights, deportation, business immigration, sponsor licence compliance and judicial review.Immigration Paralegals (Two positions)We are looking for motivated paralegals wishing to develop a long-term career in immigration law.Working alongside experienced solicitors, you will...
Paralegal , Edinburgh, EH9 1SH
Fixed Term Contract for 2 YearsJoin a collaborative legal team at the heart of Scotland’s national heritage organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to build your legal career while supporting meaningful work that protects and promotes Scotland’s historic environment. If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and working at pace, this role...
Qualified Solicitor , Leith
We are looking for a qualified solicitor to join our busy criminal firm in Leith. Our work covers the Sheriff Court, Justice of the Peace Court and High Court of Justiciary.Experience in criminal law is preferred but not essential.Start date available immediately or as soon as possible. Salary: Commensurate to experience. To Apply:...
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