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Everything you need to know about the 21st Century Bar Conference 2025

23rd October 2025

Save the Date – 21st Century Bar Conference 2025

Friday 5 December 2025 | 09:00 – 16:30 (Registration from 8:30) | Mackenzie Building, Edinburgh

This free annual event is open to all and will be in-person only.

This year’s 21st Century Bar Conference is set to take place on Friday 5 December, at the Mackenzie Building of the Faculty of Advocates. This year marks the conference’s 25th anniversary, and we look forward to welcoming a host of exciting speakers to celebrate.

Registration will go live on 31 October 2025.The event filled up quickly last year, so those keen to attend should save the and register next week to secure a spot.

If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact the Dean’s Secretariat at deans.secretariat@advocates.org.uk

Her colleagues and client were tortured and killed — but Janice Muchemi is not afraid to stand against abuse of power

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When Janice Muchemi's colleagues were murdered by police, this Kenyan attorney embarked on a journey to defend human rights and stand up for victims in the justice system.

Remembering our colleagues and friends in February 2026

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The climate emergency we face has led many nations to take steps to reduce carbon emissions and promote environmental protection and integrity. Scotland is no different. In view of the drive towards “net zero”, we consider some of the practical risk management considerations for lawyers in this age of environmental conscience and sustainable drafting.

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30th January 2026
Caroline Smith looks at transgender parenthood within the current legal framework
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