Practice
Intersectionality and what Section 14 of the Equality Act means for legally vulnerable workers
Workers in labour intensive jobs are exposed to discrimination because of their race, religion, nationality, or ethnic origins - but what if several protected characteristics come into play at once?
SPONSORED: Will Notice - Stuart Cairns Cunningham
Would anyone holding, or knowing of, a Will by Stuart Cairns Cunningham, last address 63B Valley Gardens, Kirkcaldy, please contact MacGregor Bowman.
SPONSORED: Join the Royal Air Force as a Legal Officer
Pursue a career unlike any other in the RAF, whose mission and outputs give rise to a variety of interesting legal matters.
Don't lose sleep - 9 tips to cut the risk and get your file management system in order
So how do we try to ensure better sleep? One way is to put procedures in place to take away the feeling of dread that a file has grown dusty.
Why Renters' Rights Bill could bring England in line with Scots Law
The Renters’ Rights Bill aims to modernise and reform the laws governing landlord evictions to provide greater security for renters in England.
How would a moratorium on debtors facing mental health crisis work?
People can get into debt for all kinds of reasons such as illness, economic climate or factors beyond their control, writes Ahsan Mustafa. Debt recovery without appropriate levels of care can cause stress and anxiety.
This is how to design inclusive legal offices for invisible disabilities
Rachel Houghton of Business Moves Group discusses how law firms can support neurodiverse individuals, and the benefits of creating a more inclusive workplace.
SPONSORED: Will Notice - Ethel Mary Ross
Would anyone holding or having knowledge of a Will by Mrs Ethel Mary Ross, latterly of 47E Mansfield Road, Torry, Aberdeen, AB11 9JX, who died on 26th October 2024, please contact Mrs Gemma McHardy, Walter Gerrard & Company.
SPONSORED: Fiat/Chrysler NOx Emissions Group Proceedings
The group proceedings relate to claims arising in Scotland from the diesel NOx emissions issues affecting certain Fiat and Chrysler vehicles with diesel engines manufactured to Euro 5 or Euro 6 emissions standards (excluding Euro 6d and Euro 6d Temp).
'Get in the game, not shout from the sideline' - Time to rethink becoming an in-house solicitor?
What is life like as an in-house solicitor? Victoria Marr, senior legal counsel in the Outsourcing, Technology and IP Team (OT&IP) at NatWest, gives us an insight into the many facets of this rewarding career.
More equal than others: Legal aid crisis, Scots Law students and inequality in access to justice
Tomás Pizarro-Escuti gives a final year law student's perspective on the legal aid crisis and struggle for justice in modern Scotland.
Managing Partner of Innovative Firm of the Year talks 35% profit bump and eyes Glasgow expansion
Independent Scottish law firm Thorntons, has achieved robust growth, with turnover increasing by 16% year on year as it continues to grow its legal services for business and life.
SPONSORED: Will Notice - Gordon Paterson Walker
Would anyone holding or knowing of a Will by Gordon Paterson Walker late of 2 Hawkhead Road, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 3NA and who died on 29th July 2024 please contact Wright & Crawford Solicitors, 11 Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3QS p.johnston@wright-crawford.co.uk or Tel: 0141 887 6211.
Public policy highlights January 2025 including Criminal Justice Modernisation and Abusive Behaviour Reviews (Scotland) Bill
Every month, the Law Society Policy Team and its network of committee volunteers respond to a variety of consultations and comment on a range of Bills, helping to shape good law for the benefit of its members and in the public interest.
SPONSORED: Will Notice - James Taylor
Would anyone holding or knowing of a Will by James Taylor late of 34 Sandringham Avenue, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 5DU and who died on 6th November 2024 please contact Wright & Crawford Solicitors, 11 Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3QS p.johnston@wright-crawford.co.uk or Tel: 0141 887 6211.a
Why Scottish Human Rights Commission is on a Highlands and Islands tour and how to join
Members of the Scottish Human Rights Commission and team members are travelling again to the Highlands and Islands in February and March 2025 to deliver a series of community empowerment events.
British Irish Commercial Bar Association Bursary Competition 2025
The BICBA bursary competition is open to barristers, advocates and solicitors of less than 7 years’ standing practising in England & Wales, Scotland, Ireland or Northern Ireland, and those undergoing training for qualification in those jurisdictions.
Why the modernisation matters and what's in Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023
Coming into force in April, the Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023 brings modernisation to moveable transactions, says Ahsan Mustafa.
Is it time to repeal the Tenancy of Shops (Scotland) Act 1949?
Scotland’s commercial property market has changed drastically since 1964. A lack of available commercial premises across urban areas is no longer a prevalent issue; rent does not appear to be at an unreasonable level and landlords no longer enjoy the strong negotiating powers that they once did. Having special legal rules for “shop leases” but not those used for other business purposes is now difficult to justify.
We are family - a guide to risk management for family solicitors
When it comes to managing risk, there are some pain points that can be more acute in certain practice areas. Here, Anna Forsyth and Matthew Thomson from Lockton shine the spotlight on family law.
SLAB trainee solicitors embark on new-look civil-criminal traineeships
SLAB’s Client Legal Services (CLS) Directorate have welcomed three trainee solicitors who will be the first intake to benefit from a new traineeship in both civil and criminal law.
Here are 7 keys issues lying ahead for employment law and hospitality in 2025 including unfair dismissal
With 2025 is set to be a pivotal year for employment law across the UK - including here in Scotland - employment law specialists Jillian McLaughlan and Debbie Fellows talk through seven key issues.
What are the key data protection law issues in 2025?
Significant changes to the data protection landscape are expected in 2025, thanks to the new Data (Use and Access) Bill, the renewal of the UK/EU adequacy decision and the possibility of new artificial intelligence legislation. It’s crucial to stay ahead of these shifts by considering their implications early.
Inside the gender gap in Scottish property ownership
Dr Temitope Omotola Odusanya explores historical and contemporary perspectives, and highlights the continuing struggle for equality in property ownership in Scotland.