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South Asian Heritage Month: Memories of Eid

31st July 2023 | Equality and diversity
As part of South Asian Heritage Month's theme 'Stories to tell', Amna Ashraf, a senior associate at Burness Paull LLP and Law Society of Scotland Council member, shares her memories of Eid.

Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month

18th July 2023 | Equality and diversity
South Asian Heritage Month kicks off today, to commemorate and celebrate South Asian cultures, histories and communities. Amerdeep Kaur, a solicitor at Drummond Miller LLP and member of the Law Society of Scotland's Equality and Diversity Committee, explains what celebrating the month means to her.

Adjudication enforcement – some recent decisions of the Scottish courts

13th July 2023 | Professional support
As part of our collaboration with Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, Kenneth Salmon MCIArb, looks at three recent cases in which the validity and enforcement of adjudicators’ awards was contested and considered.

Journal editorial July 2023

12th July 2023 | By: Peter Nicholson | opinion , criminal law
Troubles continue for Scots criminal defence lawyers, now added to by problems delivering custody accused to court in a system under strain

Experienced practitioner? Thinking of your next career step?

12th July 2023 | Career growth
Becoming a Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialist is an excellent way to confirm your specialist status and showcase your skills and knowledge. Find out more about taking the next step to becoming accredited.

Unlock your career's potential with a mentor

10th July 2023 | Career growth , New lawyers
Law Society of Scotland Careers and Outreach Coordinator Georgia Turnbull outlines how matching up with a mentor can help you find and navigate the career path that's right for you.

LSAG anti-money laundering guidance update: employee screening process

10th July 2023 | Regulation
Our Member Benefit partner Amiqus explains the Legal Sector Affinity Group's latest anti-money laundering guidance update.

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