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Upcoming events

Our upcoming events are listed below including CPD & Training, sole practitioners networking meetings and dedicated events for students, trainees and newly qualified solicitors.

Employment Law Update: Sexual Harassment

CPD
Live online
17th June 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar, High Street and General Practice, In-house, Paralegal suitable, Regulatory|Employment, Employment law, Health and safety, Discrimination
Employers have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace sexual harassment and from October 2026, they will be under a new stricter anticipatory duty to an "all reasonable steps" requirement along with the introduction of employment liability for harassment by third parties. Donna Reynolds, Legal Director at Kennedys, will explain what “all reasonable steps” might mean in practice. Additionally, other areas such as third party sexual harassment claims against senior staff and directors will also be considered.

Legal Aid Essentials Series: Navigating policy change and practice challenges

CPD
Live online
18th June 2026 13:32 - 13:32 Webinar, Free CPD
This series will focus on recent and upcoming policy changes and practical aspects pertaining to legal-aid procedure, with time for questions allocated at the end of each module.

The Intentional Supervisor

CPD
23rd June 2026 12:00 - 14:00 Webinar, Essential skills training, Live webinars, CPD & training events
This interactive session offers practical strategies and fresh perspectives to help you become a more effective and confident supervisor.

Leading with Warmth and Edge

CPD
Live online
22nd July 2026 12:00 - 13:30 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar, Essential skills training
Join this dynamic workshop that empowers leaders to balance empathy and high performance to build motivated, high‑achieving teams.

Embracing neurodiversity: Building an inclusive workplace

Live online
29th July 2026 12:00 - 13:00 Wellbeing, Live webinars
This session offers practical insight into how neurodiversity shapes everyday workplace experiences and what you can do to cultivate a more inclusive environment.

Litigation and Remedies in AWI and Guardianship Case

CPD
Live online
17th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars|Family and divorce, Family and relationships, Discrimination, Disability, Human rights, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Our expert speaker will take the time to explore what litigation means specifically for AWI and guardianship cases, and provide industry insights into how these instances can be handled to cause the least amount of disruption to clients.

The Property Buyer of the Future: What do they want?

CPD
Live online
19th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, High Street, Live webinars, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Business premises, Agriculture and estates, Commercial property, Construction, Contract & property disputes, Environment (Business Premises), Landlord & tenant, Planning (Business Premises), Property litigation, Housing
Join our webinar to to understand what the property buyer of the future wants and needs.

Trial Advocacy Fundamentals

CPD
In-person
25th August 2026 CPD & training events, Edinburgh, Essential skills training, Webinar, CPD & training
This is an interactive 2-day course to provide lawyers with the skills to conduct effective Examination in Chief and Cross Examination in criminal trials and civil proofs.

Negotiation & Influence: Driving Better Outcomes for Legal Professionals

CPD
25th August 2026 09:00 - 12:30 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar, Essential skills training, CPD & training
Legal professionals negotiate every day — but the best outcomes rarely come from arguing harder. This workshop gives you the frameworks and skills to influence more effectively, keep conversations constructive, and reach results that stick. 

Social Housing - Legal Update

CPD
Live online
25th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar|Employment, Consumer and civil rights, Business premises, Commercial property, Contract & property disputes, Landlord & tenant, Property litigation, Charities, Competition, Insolvency & corporate recovery, Insurance, Joint venture, Mergers and acquisitions, Private equity, Public finance initiative, SME business advice, Unit Trusts, OEICs and investment trusts, Adjudication, Alternative dispute resolution, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Commercial litigation, Copyright, trade marks and design, IT and intellectual property, Media and entertainment
This webinar looks at the new regulations in detail, laying out the statutory position of the tenant and the landlord in social housing. Join us to learn more about the reasons for these changes and to ensure you can confidently navigate the new regulatory landscape.

Grey Divorce: Legal Implications when Older Couples Separate

CPD
Live online
2nd September 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar|Adoption, Advice the elderly & powers of attorney, Children, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Family and divorce, Family business advice, Mental health, Pensions (Company), Wills, executries and trusts
This webinar will suite family law practitioners as well as private client lawyers more generally.

Risk Management and Professional Standards Webinar 2024 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training, Webinar, High Street and General Practice, In-house, Risk management, Paralegal suitable
Watch our speakers for a comprehensive webinar on risk and professional standards. This webinar is designed for all legal professionals seeking advice on the best practice for upholding professional standards in order to mitigate risks in their day-to-day practice.

Contract Formation and Remedies - Update 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Employment, Business premises, Contract & property disputes, Landlord & tenant, Property litigation, Competition, Insolvency & corporate recovery, Mergers and acquisitions, Joint venture, Public finance initiative, Unit Trusts, OEICs and investment trusts, Adjudication, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Commercial litigation, Copyright, trade marks and design, Agriculture, crofting and fishing, IT and intellectual property, Media and entertainment
Watch our speaker to discuss the changes to the formation of contracts in Scots law and the available remedies.

A Guide to Making Co-Parenting Arrangements 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Dispute resolution, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Alternative dispute resolution
Join our speaker who consider the intricacies of these non-financial investments made by co-parents.

The Finance Act 2025: The Impact on Taxation and Succession Planning On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Children, Advice the elderly & powers of attorney, Alternative dispute resolution, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Watch our speakers explore the new Finance Act 2025 and what it means for succession planning for clients.

AI and Alternative Dispute Resolution 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
Law and technology, Webinar, Technology|Property litigation, Local government, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Commercial litigation, Parliamentary, Criminal legal aid
Watch our speaker for the use and understanding of Alternative Dispute Resolution and AI on the rise in our legal systems this webinar will consider how AI can impact ADR.

Professional Practice Risks: Lessons From a Corrupted Solicitor 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Commercial property, Agriculture and estates, Banking & finance, Charities, Commercial litigation, Construction, Consumer credit
Watch our speaker who focuses on the role of the solicitor, and examines how lawyers can become enablers of illicit behaviour.

AI in the Courtroom 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
Technology, High Street and General Practice, Webinar, Law and technology|Commercial litigation, Local government, Parliamentary, Criminal legal aid, Commercial property, Property litigation, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Watch our speaker for the use of AI in our courtrooms which you can consider safe practice guidance from the government, analyse use cases from other countries, and determine what values should govern our use of AI.

Essential Skills Series - Case Analysis in Litigation 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Property litigation, Criminal legal aid, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Local government, Parliamentary
Watch our speaker to provide an in-depth evaluation of what case analysis is and its methodologies for litigation.

Essential Skills Series - Interdict Actions 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Property litigation, Criminal legal aid, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Local government, Parliamentary
Watch our speaker for the second instalment of our series we will be deep diving into interdict actions.

Essential Skills Series - Prescription in Scotland 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Property litigation, Civil legal aid, Civil court work, Local government, Parliamentary, Criminal legal aid
Watch our speaker for an essential aspect of litigation that any future litigator must be comfortable interacting with.

Essential Skills Series - Witness Statements and Expert Reports 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Criminal legal aid, Property litigation, Local government, Parliamentary, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Watch our speaker for industry tips and tricks to ensure that you approach witnesses and experts with the correct procedures and respect.

Essential Skills Series - Recovery of Evidence 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Property litigation, Criminal legal aid, Local government, Parliamentary, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Watch our speaker for a key procedure in litigation for the recovery of documents in litigated court processes.

Essential Skills Series - Litigating in Court A How to Guide in Scotland 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Criminal legal aid, Property litigation, Local government, Liquor licensing, Civil legal aid, Civil court work
Watch our speaker for the final webinar of our Essential Skills for Litigators series we will provide an important ‘how to guide’ regarding litigation in Scottish courts.
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