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Greater budget transparency needed?
A new report published by the Scottish Human Rights Commission recommends the Scottish Government should produce and publish two key fiscal documents to improve budget transparency.
Remembering Alison
The profession has paid tribute to former Committee member, Professor Alison Britton, who sadly passed away on 2 July.
SPONSORED: Glasgow opportunity
Sole practitioner is seeking to retire from busy court practice covering civil and criminal law.
Flexible working remains
Back in May, the Journal sat down with Scott Stephenson, solicitor at Complete Clarity Solicitors to discuss the reasons why he championed a four-day working week.
SPONSORED: AI - reality or pipedream?
Scottish law firms, with their centuries-old traditions now find themselves at a crossroads. Is AI a tangible reality or a distant pipedream for these venerable institutions? Let’s investigate the possibilities.
SPONSORED: Expert guidance for Scottish executry bonds
RSA shares their top five tips on how you can gain certainty over complex applications.
Lockton AI: The future is here
There is a scene in the 2019 legal thriller Dark Waters in which lawyer Robert Bilott takes delivery of several hundred boxes of papers to review. Would AI have helped or hindered?
My saviour: flexible working
When life changes occur sometimes you want to have the flexibility to adapt, be present in all areas of life, thrive professionally and still retain your career.
60 seconds with…. Lynda Towers
The new Convener of the Mental Health and Disability Law Sub-Committee discusses her career, mental health awareness and the recent response to the proposed Learning Disabilities, Autism and Neurodivergence Bill.
SPONSORED: Practice and premises
A retiring solicitor is offering his premises (and practice) in Glasgow for lease or acquisition, according to Sheridan’s.
The legal brain
Last year’s Profile of the Profession revelations about poor mental health in law kick-started necessary conversations about how the profession can begin to make things right.
Moving for your mood
Legal firms ignore the wellbeing of staff at their peril
SPONSORED: Will notice Harper Macleod
Harper Macleod are searching for anyone with knowledge of the will of Ms Helen Whillans Ramsay, of Falkirk.
What's the latest?
It’s time for ‘People on the Move’ May 2024, as the Journal shares your recent promotions, new hires, awards wins and company news.
SYLA AGM 2024
The Scottish Young Lawyers' Association AGM is taking place (both in-person and online) on 30th May. Attend to hear the latest updates but also elect new committee members.
SPONSORED: Thriving practice for sale
McKinstry Practice Management have a practice available for purchase 7 miles from Glasgow.
SPONSORED: Will Notice Mellicks
Mellicks are seeking any person or firm holding or have knowledge of a Will by Sarah McDougall Coyle, also known as Sarah McKenna Coyle or Sarah MacDowall Coyle.
SPONSORED: Notice - Emissions group proceedings
Notice issued by Lefevres, the solicitors acting for the representative party, in relation to Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles NOx emissions group proceedings
Raising the bar
We speak to outgoing president Sheila Webster about speaking up for the profession, championing inclusivity and inspiring the next generation of lawyers in Scotland.
Commercial lease lessons
Lockton discusses the necessity for robust compliance with notice provisions in a commercial lease.
SPONSORED: Searching for an exit
McKinstry Practice Management have clients who are looking to acquire practices throughout Scotland where the principals are looking to exit.
SPONSORED: Prioritising mental health
LawWare share their strategies for a thriving legal workplace.
SPONSORED: Will notice Irving Geddes
Irving Geddes are enquiring if anyone holds a will of the late Mr David Mark of Largybegg, Crieff.
SPONSORED: Our Scottish roots
Cashroom’s journey in revolutionising legal accounting for law firms that has spanned more than 15 years.