Law Society news
Increase in traineeships offered by sole practitioners and in Highlands and Islands
Our latest figures reveal the number of traineeships registered in the last practice year and trends over recent years.
Scottish solicitors endorse proposed changes to practice rules
Members endorsed our proposed amendments to practice rules on anti-money laundering practices and incidental financial business at our 2018 SGM.
Three steps to tackle your next presentation
Gavin Brown, director at Speak with Impact, gives his top tips for preparing for presentations with some help from Woodrow Wilson.
New rights for suspects present funding challenge
New legislation provides right for all suspects held at police stations to request legal advice
Consultation on proposed changes to practice rules
We are inviting responses from members on proposed changes to current conflict of interest practice rules.
Concerns raised at plans for inflation-busting SLCC budget
The SLCC has published its draft budget and levy for 2018-19
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.
Weapons handling and travelling the world
Lieutenant Colonel Eugene-Paul Grant explains what it's like to be an in-house solicitor in the British Army Legal Services team.
Graham Matthews comments on the appointment of the new Chair of the SLCC
Graham Matthews comments on the appointment of Jim Martin as the new Chair of the SLCC.
GDPR – New year, new guidance
Tim Musson, Convener of the Law Society of Scotland’s Privacy Law Committee, gives us an update on the latest General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) guidance.
A career outside a big firm
Are you an LLB or DPLP student who's keen to find out about working in-house or for a high street firm? Our newest roadshow for students is bringing employers to you!
Public back Law Society call for restrictions on using term ‘lawyer’
The Law Society of Scotland is calling for the term ‘lawyer’ to include only those who have recognised legal qualifications and are regulated, as is the case for solicitors and advocates.
Why mentoring matters
David Bryson, an experienced mentor from our career and trainee CPD schemes, discusses our newest mentoring scheme for law students and trainees.
Brussels Agenda - November - December 2017
Read the November - December edition, for all the latest EU developments.
Prepare, plan and execute
Tim Taylor, a second year trainee solicitor at Hastings Legal reveals his top tips for effective time management to help avoid mental and physical burnout.
How to manage your time and caseloads effectively at Christmas
John Brannigan discusses the importance of effective time management on the lead up to and throughout a busy Christmas period.
Combining a career break with doing the Diploma
Simon Smith, mature student on a career break, discusses how he's taking the plunge and balancing the Diploma with a family.
New AML approval process for law firm partners due to start in 2018
Law firm owners will be expected to go through a new approval process which is to be introduced in 2018 as part of the 2017 anti-money laundering regulations.
Everything you need to know about applying for the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice
For LLB students thinking about taking the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice, there's a lot to consider. Make sure you know what support to look out for in early 2018 to help you navigate the decision-making process.
What to expect from your summer placement
Chris Miller discusses how to make the most of a vacation scheme and ensure you make a lasting, positive impression.
John Mulholland to be next Law Society of Scotland vice president
Falkirk solicitor John Mulholland has been confirmed as the Law Society of Scotland’s next vice president today, Friday 15 December 2017.
Law Society raises concerns ahead of budget
Ahead of the 2017 Scottish budget, the Law Society calls for further LBTT reforms and comments on the Scottish income tax rate
Public policy highlights
Our policy committees have had another busy year analysing and responding to proposed changes in the law to positively influence the creation of a fairer and more just society.