Law Society news
Two Law Society past presidents nominated to stand for 2027 presidency
Two former presidents have been nominated to stand as President of the Law Society of Scotland. John Mulholland, who was president of the Society in 2019/20, and Susan Murray, president in 2024/25, have chosen to stand for the role for a second time.
New scheme to help smaller firms bridge the technology gap
We have launched a free new scheme to help smaller law firms make better use of technology to benefit their businesses and clients.
First General Accreditation awarded to high-performing paralegal
A Senior Paralegal has become the first person to be awarded the Law Society of Scotland’s new General Accreditation for high-performing paralegals.
Law Society calls out flawed approach in legal aid consultation
The Society has warned that proposed changes to legal aid fees for cases related to adults with incapacity (AWI) would further exacerbate the shortage of solicitors for such work.
UK Supreme Court ruling to change evidence rules in Scottish sexual offence cases
A landmark UK Supreme Court judgment issued on Wednesday, 12 November 2025 goes to the heart of the right to a fair trial, requiring a significant change in how Scottish courts handle certain types of evidence in sexual offence cases.
Seven new members for Law Society Council
Seven new members are to join the Law Society of Scotland’s Council this month, with representation doubled for new lawyers and and solicitors working overseas.
Support plan launched to bolster smaller firms
We have released details of our plans for providing enhanced support to smaller law firms.
Law Society publishes new guidance on NDAs for solicitors
The Law Society has published new Guidance for solicitors on accepting instructions and advising on non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and confidentiality clauses.
Client asset rules set to boost consumer protections
The Law Society has updated its rules to improve consumer protections
Brunton Miller Solicitors has ceased to practise - FAQs
Brunton Miller Solicitors has ceased to practise. If you are a solicitor or a client affected by the closure of this firm, you may find our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions useful.
New regulatory measures, AI adoption and enhanced member support shape Law Society priorities for year ahead
Implementing new regulatory measures, the adoption of AI technologies within the legal sector, and next year’s Scottish elections will be key areas of focus for the Law Society of Scotland over the next 12 months.