Legal news

Road Traffic Accident Law opens in Glasgow
David Adams joins as associate to set up new base

Scottish Government concedes error in Salmond investigation
Permanent Secretary apologises "to all involved" as decision annulled

Society invites nominations for honorary membership
"Outstanding service for the public good" criterion

O'Neill re-elected as Brodies chair
Partners back third three-year term

Bail supervision guidance revised
New version for local authority supervision services

Pinsents partner becomes President of Society of Advocates in Aberdeen
Martin Ewan takes over at 500 year old body

Charity law review opens with consultation
Ministers set out options for more accountable system

Solicitor struck off after embezzlement conviction
Paul O'Donnell took £21,485 of clients' money

Death announced of former Aberdeen University teacher David Lessels
Tributes paid to popular lecturer

Defender fails with "inexcusable delay" plea over 2004 action
Court holds pursuer equally liable to suffer prejudice

Holyrood Parliament launches programme to mark 20th birthday
Events will highlight positive impact on people's lives

Researcher calls for end to job forms criminal convictions disclosure box
Claim that misleading for employers and offputting to applicants

GBA tells of "indignation and incredulity" at 3% legal aid rise
Open letter to minister highlights treatment compared to other professions

NQ and trainee investment at Aberdein Considine
Eleven appointments announced across firm's offices