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September 2015 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our September Bulletin.
Response to the First Minister’s Programme for Government
Responding to the First Minister’s Programme for Government, Christine McLintock, President of the Law Society of Scotland said: “This programme announced today is wide ranging and the First Minister clearly has a strong focus not just on the next parliamentary term, but the longer term future.
Law Society comment on McClure Naismith
Law Society comments on the announcement that McClure Naismith has gone into administration.
‘Rising stars’ chance to shine
Talented lawyers working in house will have their chance to shine in this year’s search for the Law Society’s In house Lawyers Group (ILG) Rising Star.
Ambitious new strategy will see Law Society of Scotland respond to legal market changes
The Law Society of Scotland has launched an ambitious new strategy today, Thursday 13 August, which will see it expand the range of services offered to its members and open its doors to other legal professionals as well as solicitors.
Glasgow law firm targeted by fraudsters
Scottish solicitors and members of the public are being warned to be on the alert for fraudulent law firms by the Law Society of Scotland.
Law Society launches video guide to starting a business
The Law Society of Scotland has launched a new video aimed at members of the public wanting to start their own business.
August 2015 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our August Bulletin.
Nominations open for Law Society Council by-election in Edinburgh
Nominations are now open for solicitors in Edinburgh hoping to join the Law Society of Scotland’s decision making body.
Society’s Laura Malcolm appointed as director to LawCare board
Professional Support Manager Laura Malcolm will become the Society’s new trustee and director on the board of LawCare.
Law Society to publish guides for new parents
Scottish solicitors, paralegals and other legal services professionals will soon benefit from new guides aimed at helping them have a smooth return to work after maternity, shared-parental or adoption leave.
Legal aid news and updates - August 2015
We are currently consulting with members on legal aid regulations which have been laid in the Scottish Parliament. The regulations make changes to legal aid payment structures because of structural changes through the Courts Reform Act 2014, which are soon to be implemented.
Lobbying proposals need more clarity, Law Society says
Proposals put forward by the Scottish Government for a register of lobbyists need to be clearer and better defined, the Law Society of Scotland said today 27 July.
Law Society launches consultation on client protection fund
A major consultation has been launched on the consumer fund available to clients who fall victim to the dishonesty of Scottish solicitors.
Law Society publishes new guidance for recruiting trainees
The Law Society of Scotland has published recommendations to help employers put in place ‘fair access’ recruitment processes.
Data Retention Act ruling welcomed by the Law Society of Scotland
Responding to today’s High Court ruling that the Data Retention and Investigatory Powers Act (DRIPA) is illegal...
Protect consumers and cut bureaucracy by devolving estate agency to Scotland, Law Society says
People buying or selling property in Scotland would be better protected if the regulation of estate agency was devolved to the Scottish Parliament, the Law Society of Scotland said today, Monday 6 July.
July 2015 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our July Bulletin.
John O'Donnell appeal hearing
Former solicitor John O’Donnell was admonished at an appeal court hearing today, 1 July 2015.
Law Society welcomes appointment of Colin Lancaster as Chief Executive of the Scottish Legal Aid Board
The Law Society of Scotland has welcomed the news that Colin Lancaster has been appointed the new chief executive of the Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB).
Law Society endorses new anti-money laundering compliance system
An innovative online system to help solicitors meet anti-money laundering (AML) obligations is being launched this month.
Law Society calls for more research into custodial sentencing and better resourced rehabilitation programmes
Releasing prisoners a mere six months before the end of their sentence, is not enough time to reintegrate prisoners into the community and reduce the risk of reoffending, the Law Society of Scotland warned today 22 June.
Technological advances increase workloads for solicitors and widen ‘hours gap’, study finds
Smartphones and tablets are encouraging a culture of long hours in the legal profession, a study by the Law Society of Scotland has found.