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SPONSORED: Cashroom wins at the Scottish Legal Awards
Cashroom win the Excellence in Legal Technology Award at the 2024 awards in Glasgow.
OPG fees
As a quick reminder, the fees payable to the Public Guardian are set to increase on 1 November.
Ordinary Actions Case Tracker
The SCTS would value your feedback following the launch of Ordinary Actions Case Tracker on the Civil Online Portal.
A risk management case study
In this month’s article from Lockton, the focus is on executry administration and asks the question, ‘How long does it take to wind up an estate?’
It’s all about you!
The time has come, once again, for us to share your monthly wins, promotions, awards and successes. Don't forget to send yours in.
Special Advocates for Scotland
The Advocate General has invited applications from interested solicitor advocates for appointment to a newly established panel.
60 seconds with a Society Fellow
Sophie McIvor speaks to Gerard Sinclair about his career which he describes as a play of three acts, as well as his advice to newly qualified lawyers.
A night to remember
The profession was celebrated at the Scottish Legal Awards last week, showcasing excellence and innovation across the sector.
SPONSORED: CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars
CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars
SPONSORED: Ten tips for improving your feeing efficiency
Find out the key things you can do to improve your feeing efficiency and bottom line.
SPONSORED: Celebrating a decade at Cashroom: Cashroom’s CEO’s journey
This year is a remarkable milestone for Cashroom as we honour CEO Chris O’Day on his 10th anniversary.
SSDT v Baillie
The latest Tribunal decision covers failing to communicate effectively, acting in a conflict-of-interest situation, and failing to advise the Secondary Complainer to seek separate legal advice.
Your achievements this summer
It’s time, once again, for us to celebrate your wins, successes, promotions and awards.
Read the latest decision
The SSDT published a further decision in August which we have shared on the Journal Content Hub for you.
Service standards and risk management
Understand the importance of ensuring compliance with the Law Society’s Service Standard, in the first of two articles with Lockton.
SPONSORED: Cashroom breaks records with unprecedented surge in new signings
Over the summer, Cashroom, has just experienced the busiest month in its history for new signings.
August decisions
The Scottish Solicitor’s Disciplinary Tribunal have published their August decisions.
SPONSORED: Will notice
If anyone is holding or knowing of a will by Catherine Cunningham Roy or Mahony, late of Dollar, please contact Pattison & Co, Solicitors.
The latest SSDT decision
Take a look at the latest decision published by the Scottish Solicitor’s Disciplinary Tribunal.
SPONSORED: The human touch in legal cashiering
Opting for an outsourced legal cashiering service shouldn’t mean giving up personal service and human connection. Discover how personalised services can provide Scottish law firms with precise, ethical financial management and exceptional, trustworthy support.
Will they be fit for purpose?
The Scottish Sentencing Council is seeking views on draft sentencing guidelines for rape offences.
SPONSORED: Can you find the time for a holiday?
Summer holidays can be something of a juggling competition for everyone, including hard-working solicitors. Find out how LawWare can help.
Know it, see it, avoid it
The latest article from Lockton covers the important topic of spotting conflicts of interest and a reminder that ‘if it feels wrong, it probably is’.
Family law expert joins Blackadders
One of Scotland’s most experienced family law experts has joined Blackadders LLP as a partner.