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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.
Remembering Fiona Raitt - a 'visionary' reformer and ground-breaking educator
Fiona Raitt is remembered for a lifetime of commitment to law reform, justice for women and educating the next generation of lawyers, write friends and colleagues.
Why Judicial Office for Scotland has taken to Instagram now
A new social media account has been created to inform and educate the public about Scotland’s judicial office holders and their role and work within the justice system.
Why pastoral tutoring for young Scottish solicitors should matter to you
In a world where academic pressure is intensifying, the need for pastoral care has never been more urgent, says Dr Temitope Omotola Odusanya.
Disabling Barriers Scotland celebrates milestone year and announces partnership with six founding firms
Following a momentous 2024, Disabling Barriers Scotland (DBS) announces partnerships with six new legal partners; Addleshaw Goddard, Brodies, Thorntons Solicitors, McGovern Reid Court Lawyers, Scullion Law and Shepherd and Wedderburn.
SPONSORED: Will notice: Ms Michelle Margaret Maitland
Would anyone holding or having knowledge of a Will by Ms Michelle Margaret Maitland please contact David Geddes.
60 seconds with… Shona Watson
In light of the Energy Law Sub-Committee looking for a new convener, we check in with one of its newest members, Shona Watson, to discuss the UK Government’s Clean Power 2030 Action Plan.
SSDT Decision: Wilson
The Scottish Solictors' Disciplinary Tribunal has issued their latest decision, in relation to Alan Alexander Slessor Wilson.
SSDT Decision: Lochrie
The Scottish Solictors' Disciplinary Tribunal has issued their latest decision, in relation to Stephen Richard Lochrie.
Remembering Kenneth Pritchard
The profession has come together to remember former Society Secretary, Kenneth Pritchard OBE.
Walk this way
Graeme McWilliams provides an update on the 2024 Scottish Legal Walks and all that was achieved, plus what the profession can look forward to in 2025.
SPONSORED: Will notice - Stewart & Bennett
Would anyone holding a Will by Fiona Margaret Macfarlane please contact Debbie Silk, Stewart & Bennett.
Obituaries - January 2025
The Journal shares the latest obituaries provided to the Society.
First but not last
Naeema Sajid shares a 2024 round up of what equality, diversity and inclusion has looked like in the profession.
Remembering Margaret Hall
Margaret McArthur Hall, (nee Murray), M.A. Ll.B., C.B.E., 29th January 1933 - 25th October 2024
SPONSORED: Will notice - Gillespie Macandrew
Would anyone holding or having knowledge of a will for Craig Ronald Rendall, please contact Alex Foulkes at Gillespie MacAndrew.
A men’s law wellbeing group in 2024
James McFarlane reflects on being part of the profession’s Men’s Wellbeing Group, and the benefits of forming connections and support networks.
SPONSORED: Will notice - Wright & Crawford
Would anyone holding or knowing of a will by Patricia Kathleen Murphy please contact Wright & Crawford.
Representation matters
In her interview with Michael Clancy, Baroness Smith of Cluny KC highlighted that representation is important, and it goes beyond gender.
SPONSORED: Will notice J&J McCosh
Would anyone holding or knowing of a will by William Wallace Roy of Ayrshire KA24 5BN please contact JJMcCosh Solicitors.
Five fabulous Scottish Legal Walks
An amazing total of 158 walkers (and 8 dogs!), walked over 28 kilometres and raised more than £4,500 for access to justice in Scotland and local legal advice charities. Read all about the walks and how you can still donate in Graeme's update.
Remembering colleagues
We take a moment to remember those in the profession no longer with us.