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Residential Conveyancing Solicitor , Aberdeen
We are looking for a self-motivated and confident solicitor to join our fast-paced and growing conveyancing department. James & George Collie is a well-established and well respected firm with close to 200 years of trusted service and who pride themselves on delivering high quality legal advice and service to clients...
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Executry Paralegal , Edinburgh
We currently have a vacancy for a paralegal to join our friendly executry team in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have a positive, enthusiastic approach and already be an experienced executry paralegal. You will have a significant degree of autonomy as well as your own case load. You will be dealing with...
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Solicitor , Flexible
We are looking for a full time Solicitor on a fixed term basis for 18 months Your passion has never had a greater purposeAt SEPA we work to ensure that Scotland’s environment is protected and improved, including ensuring that natural resources are managed in a sustainable way. We are recruiting a...
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Private Client Solicitor , Stirling
Due to an exciting period of growth within our Private Client Department we are seeking a qualified Solicitor to assist our senior Solicitors in the Private Client Team and be involved in a broad range of transactions dealing with Wills, Trust and Estate Administration. Key skills/responsibilitiesTaking instructions and drafting Wills and...
Thorntons merger with Macnabs takes prominent independent firm to record headcount
Leading independent Scottish law firm Thorntons has significantly strengthened its market presence and share following the completion of its strategic merger with Macnabs, achieving a record headcount of more than 640 people including 77 partners.
Managed legal services — a different type of career in law?
Law firm career ladders can be steep, heady and hugely rewarding. However, the trainee-to-partner journey is not for everyone. Fortunately for lawyers at all stages of their career, other options are available.
How the Supreme Court will replace retiring Scot Lord Hodge
Lord Hodge is retiring from the Supreme Court later this year and as a result the search is on for a replacement - for a new Justice and new Deputy President, writes Joshua King.
SPONSORED: Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023 CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars
Starting soon a seminar on this new legislation which comes into effect 1 April 2025
Meet the new chairman with 'innate understanding' of Scotland's biggest law firm
UK top 50 and leading Scottish law firm Brodies LLP today announces the election of a new chair, with partner Iain Rutherford to take on the role from 1 May 2025.
SPONSORED: Join Free Wills Month and help charities continue their vital work for generations to come.
Join Free Wills Month! Gain exposure, new clients, and earn fees for every Will written. The next campaign will run throughout March 2025; your firm will be promoted in local newspapers and on our website with 200k+ visitors per campaign. Get in touch today for more information; richard@freewillsmonth.org.uk
Women in Law Scotland relaunching for International Women’s Day 2025
Women in Law Scotland, a group aimed at promoting gender equality in the Scottish Legal profession, is relaunching. A refreshed committee have been working over the course of the past year to redefine the group’s aims and strategy.
SPONSORED: Edinburgh Law Seminars February 2025
Alan Barr and Sandra Eden’s Estate Planning & Tax: Wills, Trusts & Executries seminar starts soon.
Meet Bilaal Shabbir
Ahsan Mustafa interviewed Bilaal and explored the path taken by a solicitor from a large international firm to Parliament House, and what he learned in practice that has helped him at the bar.
SPONSORED: The Clark Foundation for Legal Education - applications for grant/scholarship 2025
The Clark Foundation for Legal Education, applications now open for grants/scholarships in 2025.
60 seconds with... Harriet Hearns
Sophie McIvor spoke to Harriet who earlier in 2024 helped to open a Law Clinic at the University of Dundee, plus they discuss careers and legal aid.
Attracting and retaining talent
When Lynne Macfarlane joined DWF’s insurance team in Scotland in October 2019, she was full of ambition to network with colleagues, build client relationships, and contribute her expertise as a solicitor advocate. However, just five months later the world shifted with the first COVID-19 lockdown.
The Legal Explorer Programme
Heather McKendrick, CSR manager at Addleshaw Goddard, introduces the firm’s Legal Explorer work experience programme for year 12 and S5 students – and three of its Scottish ‘Explorers’ share their thoughts on taking part.
The risks of poor employee retention
Lockton share their latest risk management article on retention rates following the ‘great resignation’.
Honorary membership awarded
In a special event, Christine McLintock and Ross MacKay were recognised for their outstanding contributions to both the legal profession and the public.
60 seconds with the Society's Rural Affairs Committee Convener
Sophie McIvor spoke to Jamie Whittle about his career, being the Society's Rural Affairs Committee convener, and the recent response to crofting law reform.
Born in England, made in Scotland
We speak to Warren Wander, the creator of legal IT system LawWare, about how Scotland has been the bedrock to his company’s 25 years of success.
Collaboration and career readiness
What impact do legal professionals have on law students as they embark on their careers?
Keynotes, knowledge and connection
Are you joining us in Edinburgh for the final day of the Annual Conference? We would love to meet you!
Mark your calendars
The Annual Conference is fast approaching with an engaging agenda. Hear directly from the CPD team about why you should be attending.
Mediation matters in education
The advantages of mediation as a dispute resolution method are well-documented. Have you considered the impact it can have on students? As the use of mediation has increased, so too has the development of alternative dispute resolution degree programmes, as well as individual university modules on the same topic, at both undergraduate and master’s level.
Reverse mentoring raises retention
A concept created in the 1990s that is still used today, with data showing a 30% increase in staff fulfilment when these practices are adopted.
SPONSORED: CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars
CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars