Law Society news
The importance of networking – say yes to that lunch!
Hannah Leslie, trainee solicitor at Springfield Properties Plc, discusses the importance of networking when you’re a trainee.
Let's talk about stress
Our Head of High Street Engagement, Katie McKenna, shares her personal experience of stress and calls for employers and employees to look stress in the face and take positive action.
Law Society launches rights of cohabitants consultation
We are asking the legal profession and interested stakeholders for their views on the law providing rights for cohabitants.
Public policy highlights
Our policy committees have had a busy month analysing and responding to proposed changes in the law to positively influence the creation of a fairer and more just society.
From private practice to in-house… vision, coaching and strategy
Philip Hall, Legal Counsel at RBS, shares what his recent move in-house has taught him about the importance of vision, strategy and coaching.
Update on proposed rule change and CPD requirements for Solicitor Advocates
Proposed rule changes which aim to improve the solicitor advocate application process and continuing quality assurance, remain under consideration and accordingly the proposed CPD requirement will not go ahead in the 2018/19 practice year.
Email scam
We have been informed of suspicious emails sent to law firms looking very similar to a genuine LMS Charge Registration email.
New compulsory risk management CPD requirement
As of the 2018-19 CPD year, which begins on 1 November, Scottish solicitors will be required to include a minimum of one hour ‘risk management’ CPD as part of their annual 20 hours training.
Proposed reforms of legal services regulation pose unnecessary risk to consumer protection
You can read our response to the report published today, 23 October, on regulating legal services in Scotland.
New anti-money laundering certificate to be introduced for law firms
A new AML Certificate is to be introduced for law firms to strengthen AML procedures and meet the requirements of the 2017 Money Laundering Regulations.
LinkedIn or LinkedOut?
Arlene Gibbs, solicitor at Aberdeenshire Council and member of the In-house Lawyers' Committee, reflects on how getting more active on LinkedIn has helped to expand her network and bring a new dimension to her professional relationships.
Law Society leads innovation to Europe on legaltech trade mission
We are leading a delegation of Scotland-based legaltech companies on a trade mission to Zurich and Vienna.
Sawubona! (I see you!)
Our Head of Engagement, Katie McKenna, writes about what we can do to show we value and respect the people around us.
Moving to the mainstream
Ahead of our annual conference, DLA Piper’s John McKinlay reflects on why the last year has seen momentum grow for legal technology adoption.
What is regulated lobbying?
Ahead of our How the Scottish Parliament Works event, James Drummond from the Scottish Parliament’s lobbying register team explains how the lobbying register works and what it means for your organisation.
Giving cryptocurrency to making sure cybercrime doesn't pay
Ahead of his session at our annual conference, Professor Bill Buchanan from Edinburgh Napier University's School of Computing asks how cryptocurrency has changed cybercrime and asks what can be done to regulate this area.
Scottish outreach team Silver ‘Best Team’ award
Our Careers and Outreach team who are behind projects which help young people across Scotland engage positively with the law and achieve their legal career aspirations has won the silver ‘Best Association Team’ award in the 2018 Association Excellence Awards.
Lawscot Foundation Charity team up for national award
The Lawscot Foundation has been nominated as the 'Most Innovative Development' in the 2018 Association Excellence Awards and our Careers and Outreach team nominated as 'Best Team’.
Looking after your mental health
Katie McKenna, our High Street Head of Engagement, looks at how we can all look after our mental health on World Mental Health Day
Law Society set to drive innovation in legal technology
Lawyers and tech experts will be encouraged to join forces to develop technology-based solutions for the legal sector.
Top 7 tips for mentors
Experienced Law Society of Scotland mentors David Bryson and Christopher Morgan discuss their 7 top tips for mentors
New Online Process for ongoing AML registration
We have launched a new online service for ongoing AML registration for solicitors joining, leaving or changing roles within their firm.
Email scam
We have been informed of scam emails sent to law firms and claiming to be from a client in connection with the purchase of a property.
New Incidental Financial Business rules and guidance
Legal services consumers are set to benefit from new practice rules for Scottish solicitors on Incidental Financial Business.