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Scottish solicitors approved changes to the Law Society’s constitution to ensure it is compliant with the new Regulation of Legal Services (Scotland) Act at its annual general meeting on Thursday, 18 June.

New and returning members have taken up their seats on the Law Society of Scotland Council.

Women Who Work is a non-profit organisation that aims to support women in professional services to return to work after maternity leave. If you, a colleague or friend is heading off on maternity leave soon or about to return to work, or you're a HR team helping to support maternity returners, found out more about how this network can help.

The shift from law graduate to trainee to newly qualified solicitor can be a tough one, and many struggle. That's why we've launched the Transitions Project, aimed at understanding how the profession can best support graduates as they move into the world of work. Our Outreach and Engagement Manager Amber Shadle explains more.