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60 seconds with…. Patricia Taylor, President of the Scottish Young Lawyers Association
As President of the Scottish Young Lawyers Association (SYLA), Patricia Taylor, a Dual-Qualified Commercial Litigation Associate at DLA Piper LLP, shares her experience as a first generation university student, the key concerns of newly-qualified solicitors and why young professionals shouldn’t shy away from professional development opportunities.
SPONSORED: Will Notice — Christopher Jaynes
We are seeking anyone holding or having knowledge of a Will by Mr Christopher Noel Jaynes latterly of Glasgow, G13 2HN who died on 9 June 2023.
British Sign Language, access to justice and the inequality that remains
With the British Sign Language (Scotland) Act 2015 now in its 10th year, how has access to public services changed for the deaf community? Charles Ho Wang Mak considers the progress made and the challenges that remain.
Step Up — Scottish Legal Walks are back this autumn
Graeme McWilliams of the Access to Justice Foundation Scotland Committee introduces the 2025 Scottish Legal Walks.
SSDT Decision: Steven John Docherty
The latest SSDT decision covers a complaint made by the Council of the Law Society of Scotland against Steven John Docherty.
SPONSORED: Will Notice - Alexander William Innes
We are seeking a Will by Alexander William Innes, latterly of 18 Chanonry Road, Elgin.
Her colleagues and client were tortured and killed — but Janice Muchemi is not afraid to stand against abuse of power
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.
Different generations — why equity, diversity and inclusion matters for your firm's future
Taking time to understand and nurture the legal sector’s multigenerational workforce will benefit firms as well as their employees.
Solicitors at Breaking Point — How the Scottish legal profession is responding to a mental health crisis
Nearly two in three people working in Scotland’s legal profession have experienced mental health challenges in recent years - Kanika Phillip investigates the response.
97 images from inside the Law Society of Scotland's Kelvingrove black tie gala
It was a glittering night of celebration and reflection when more than 250 guests gathered at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum for the Law Society of Scotland's annual gala dinner.
How a new toolkit could shape the way judges write to children at the centre of proceedings
New guidelines are encouraging judges to write to the children and young people at the centre of family court proceedings, to help them understand the decisions made about their welfare and future.
Meet Kevin Lang — new interim CEO of Law Society of Scotland
Law Society of Scotland executive director Kevin Lang has been appointed as interim chief executive at the professional body and regulator of Scottish solicitors.
60 seconds with…. Leigh Monteforte, In-House Lawyers Committee Member
Ahead of the In-house Annual Conference we catch up with one of the Law Society of Scotland’s In-house Lawyers Committee members, Leigh Monteforte, to discuss her transition to working in-house, the importance of platforming different career paths and showing the human side of working in the legal sector.
April's list of partner promotions and new hires as Scotland enjoys flurry of success
It has been a bumper month for people on the move – let’s look at the latest promotions, appointments and career changes across the Scottish legal sector.
Family handover in leadership of Glasgow's oldest-established legal firm
A historic Glasgow law firm has announced a change of leadership - and it comes in the shape of a family handover, writes Joshua King.
Deal of the Year - CFO behind major merger of Scottish firms recognised at awards
The chief financial officer of one of Scotland's big four independent law firms has been recognised for her work shepherding a major merger with a prize at the Scottish CFO awards.
When Law Society of Scotland RFC tackled their French peers
The Law Society of Scotland RFC rekindled the legal Auld Alliance on 15 March when they were hosted by their French peers of Le Rugby Club du Palais.
SPONSORED: Cashroom celebrates Modern Law Win
Scottish success as Cashroom win Support Team of the Year at the 2025 Modern Law Awards
Meet Gillian Carmichael Lemaire, global arbitrator taking chair at Scottish Arbitration Centre
The Scottish Arbitration Centre has confirmed the appointment of a new chair to replace Lord Angus Glennie, who steps down from the role today.
60 seconds with... Lindsay Jack, Head of Diversity, Careers and Outreach at the Law Society
The new Head of Diversity, Careers and Outreach, talks to Sophie McIvor about why it’s important firms prioritise equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and what motivated her to join the Law Society.
Historic Scottish law firm appoints commercial property expert as first female managing partner
A historic Scottish law firm has appointed its first female managing partner as part of a shakeup of the leadership team.
From Ascension Island to the Judicial Institute - Meet Lady Drummond
The Lord President, Lord Pentland, has appointed Lady Drummond as the new Chair of the Judicial Institute.
Remembering our colleagues and friends in March 2025
The Society has shared the latest obituary list, for all of us all to take a moment to remember those within our profession.
Nurturing young talent - How one Scottish firm is leading the charge with apprenticeships
Scottish Apprenticeship Week, which runs from 3rd to 7th March, highlights the growing recognition of the value of modern apprenticeships.