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Programme for government 2022-23 comment

6th September 2022 | Research and policy
The Society's President Murray Etherington has commented on today's Scottish Government programme for government for 2022-23.

Justice not served by Scottish sexual offence proposals

23rd August 2022 | Law Society news , Research and policy | Crime
The Law Society of Scotland has raised serious concerns about a possible move to judge-only sexual offence trials in Scottish courts, and the creation of additional courts outside the existing judicial structure.

Key dates calendar wins 2022 Innovation Cup

22nd August 2022 | Law Society news

Law Society President to travel the country for upcoming constituency visits

11th August 2022 | Law Society news

Clark Foundation signs up as new Lawscot Foundation sponsor

10th August 2022 | Law Society news , Equality and diversity
The Lawscot Foundation’s programme to assist aspiring solicitors from less-advantaged backgrounds will be further expanded, thanks to a new sponsorship agreement with the Clark Foundation.

Record-breaking trend continues for new solicitor traineeships

4th August 2022 | New lawyers , Law Society news
The Scottish legal sector is currently on track to record its highest ever number of solicitor traineeships in a year, maintaining the momentum from a record-breaking 2021.

Solicitor Accounts Rules consultation launched

27th July 2022 | Law Society news
The Law Society of Scotland is seeking law firm cashroom managers'/solicitors’ views on proposals to update its current Accounts Rules. The proposed changes aim to modernise the rules and where possible, simplify requirements placed on members while ensuring continued high professional standards and robust protection for the public.

Scottish Government must address unregulated deprivations of liberty

26th July 2022 | Law Society news , Research and policy
The Scottish Government’s continued failure to ensure deprivations of liberty are appropriately regulated must be addressed as a matter of priority, according to the Law Society of Scotland.

Law Society highlight deep concerns in responses to Scottish Government's Not Proven Consultation

12th July 2022 | Law Society news
Stuart Munro, Convener of the Law Society of Scotland’s Criminal Law Committee has responded to the Scottish Government's publication and analysis of responses to its Not Proven Consultation and highlighted some deep concerns from those with the greatest understanding of our justice system.

HM Treasury approval for AML guidance for the legal sector

8th July 2022 | Professional support , Regulation
HM Treasury has approved updated anti-money laundering guidance developed by the Legal Sector Affinity Group

New report demonstrates consensus on the need to reform legal services regulation in Scotland

8th July 2022 | Law Society news , Regulation
The Scottish Government has published its analysis of responses to its recent consultation on reforming the regulation of legal services. We welcome the high level of agreement from respondents on improving regulatory processes.

New solicitor advocates introduced

6th July 2022
Eight new solicitor advocates granted extended rights of audience by our Council have been introduced to the Court at a ceremony at Parliament House.

Summer school gives legal inspiration to less-advantaged pupils

1st July 2022
Nearly 100 less-advantaged pupils have shown their ambition to join the legal profession by attending a four-day virtual summer school hosted by the Society.

Law Society responds to offer on legal aid

1st July 2022
Law Society President Murray Etherington has responded to an announcement from the Scottish Government on legal aid, saying the funding offer falls far short of the investment the Society has argued for and believes is necessary to retain solicitors in the legal aid system to ensure access to justice for all.

Law Society responds to offer on legal aid (1)

1st July 2022
Law Society President Murray Etherington has responded to an announcement from the Scottish Government on legal aid, saying the funding offer falls far short of the investment the Society has argued for and believes is necessary to retain solicitors in the legal aid system to ensure access to justice for all.

New faces for Law Society of Scotland Council

30th June 2022
Iain Jane has been appointed as the new Law Society Council member for solicitors in Aberdeen, Banff, Peterhead and Stonehaven. He is joined by new lay member Lesley Watt and Scottish Government solicitor Ruaraidh Macniven, who has been reappointed for a three-year term.

The 2022 In-House Rising Star winner announced

28th June 2022 | In-house lawyers , Law Society news
Mariel Kaney, Deputy Legal Secretary to the Lord President’s Private Office has been named the winner of the Law Society of Scotland’s In-House Rising Star Award 2022.

Law Society comment on the First Minister's plans for a second Scottish independence referendum

28th June 2022 | Law Society news
Murray Etherington, President of the Law Society of Scotland has commented on the First Minister's statement today on the Scottish Government's plans for a second Scottish independence referendum.

LawCare at 25 – ahead of the wellbeing curve

23rd June 2022 | Professional support , Wellbeing
As we mark the 25th anniversary of LawCare, it's a timely moment to reflect on the charity's enormous contribution supporting individuals and changing attitudes to mental health and wellbeing in the legal profession.

Human rights must not be diminished by Bill of Rights

22nd June 2022 | Law Society news , Research and policy
The Law Society of Scotland has said that existing rights of those living in the UK must not be diminished by the the Bill of Rights Bill introduced by the UK Government.

Vienna Declaration standing for the Rule of Law in Europe

22nd June 2022 | International , Law Society news
The Law Society of Scotland has joined its legal peers across Europe in signing the Vienna Declaration in Support of the Rule of Law.

Expression of interest: Child interview rights practitioners

16th June 2022 | Law Society news
The Scottish Government intends to create and maintain a register of child interview rights practitioner (ChIRPs) and are inviting expressions of interest for children’s solicitors to support children in investigative interviews.

Two Shortlisted for the In-House Rising Star Award 2022

16th June 2022 | In-house lawyers , Law Society news
The annual Law Society of Scotland In-House Rising Star Award is back, and two Scottish solicitors have been shortlisted for this year’s award from six nominations.

Law Society condemns inflammatory language by UK Government

15th June 2022
The Society has spoken out to condemn a repeat of inflammatory and derogatory language about lawyers doing their jobs by UK Government ministers.
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