Law Society news
Keeping children safe online
The Society has warned that proposals to prevent children accessing online porn could be counterproductive
Annual General Meeting 2016
The Law Society’s 2016 Annual General Meeting will be be held at 5.30pm on Thursday 26 May at the Law Society of Scotland, Atria One, 144 Morrison Street, Edinburgh.
In-House Lawyers Committee Convener election
The Society is currently looking to elect a convener for the In-House Lawyers Committee and nominations are open from 4 May – 24 May 2016.
May 2016 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our May 2016 Bulletin
Law Society Council candidates announced
Voting is now open for the Law Society of Scotland Council elections in the constituencies of of Glasgow & Strathkelvin and Cupar, Dunfermline & Kirkcaldy.
Law reform round up May 2016
Investigatory Powers Bill, Child Safety Online, the criminal offence of domestic abuse and more.
What is a policy?
Rob Marrs, Head of Education at the Society, evaluates the trials and tribulations of policy-making.
Law Society of Scotland appoints Lockton as Master Policy brokers
The Law Society of Scotland has appointed leading insurance brokers Lockton to administer and broker its Master Policy of Professional Indemnity Insurance from 1 January 2017, following a recent tender process.
Scam emails and online extortion - 3 May 2016
Fraudsters are continuing to hack into email accounts and are sending fake instructions to practice units instructing client funds to be sent to newly notified bank accounts controlled by the fraudsters.
Professional Practice Updates - May 2016
We have updated the guidance on client communication (Rule B4) and the new guidance will come into effect on 1 June 2016.
Trainee blog - Kathryn Alexander
Kathryn is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. After graduating from Durham University with a degree in German and Spanish, Kathryn returned to her native Edinburgh for the LLB and Diploma.
NQ blog - May 2016: Having a client’s life in your hands
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Three things law students should know (that you won’t read in a university prospectus)
Sara Ford, a recent graduate of the University of Aberdeen, reveals what all prospective law students should know - including how best to handle your relationship with Judge Judy.
Moving from the LLB to the Diploma
Rona Macleod, a Diploma student at the University of Glasgow, explains what to expect when transitioning from LLB to Diploma.
Fake solicitor calling themselves 'MB Norman Solicitors'
We’re aware of an attempt by scammers to pose as a law firm called ‘MB Norman Solicitors’.
Ashurst LLP sign up to support schools legal education initiative
International law firm Ashurst has signed up to support the Law Society of Scotland’s Street Law programme in schools across the country.
Brussels Agenda - April 2016
The latest news from the Law Societies' Brussels Office.
Law Society welcomes Lady Dorrian appointment as Lord Justice Clerk
A comment from Christine McLintock, President of the Law Society of Scotland, on the announcement that the Rt. Hon Lady Dorrian QC is to be Scotland’s new Lord Justice Clerk.
Clarity needed on proposals to create offence of domestic abuse
Clarity is needed on proposals for a new law of domestic abuse if it is to help those affected by either physical or psychological abuse, says the Law Society of Scotland.
Why do young women leave their jobs?
Rob Marrs, Head of Education at the Society, seeks answers to the question of why women exit the legal profession in the 20s and 30s.
Investigatory Powers Bill could breach client confidentiality and break EU law
The Law Society of Scotland has warned that despite moves to protect client communications with solicitors, the UK Government’s Investigatory Powers Bill could still fall short.
The Society tenders for The Journal Magazine contract
Opportunity for contract publishers with experience in professional services magazines.
April 2016 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our April 2016 Bulletin
New Employment Tribunal system must preserve public recognition and respect
The Law Society of Scotland has raised a number of concerns about Scottish Government proposals for devolution of the Employment Tribunal system in Scotland.