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Solicitor – Planning & Property , Glasgow
Shape the future of energy—your legal expertise can power progress.ScottishPower is on a mission to accelerate the transition to a cleaner, smarter energy future. As part of this journey, we’re looking for a driven and forward-thinking Planning & Property Solicitor to join our high-performing Legal Team. This role is your...
Private Client Solicitor , Stirling
We are a long-established and highly successful firm in Stirling, seeking to find a qualified Solicitor to assist our senior Solicitors in the Private Client Team in a new role. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of transactions dealing with Wills, Trust and Estate Administration. Key skills/responsibilitiesTaking...
Rural Land Solicitor , Inverness or Portree
We are looking to recruit a Solicitor to join our busy Rural Land Department headed up by our Director Findlay Boyd - the role can be based either at our Inverness or Portree offices. The role is varied and interesting and will include advising on the sale and purchase of land...
Newly Qualified / Trainee Solicitor , Glasgow
Mukhtar & Co are seeking a dedicated and skilled Newly Qualified Solicitor or Trainee Solicitor to join our team for an end of January 2026 start. We specialise in the field of immigration and asylum, with the firm already making a significant impact on this area of law. The ideal...
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Explore state of high-street law in Scotland in numbers from survival to growth
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Next Generation of Scottish Legal Talent
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