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No, this is not an article about technology. It’s a high-level summary of the underlying circumstances which, in our experience, allow cyber-attacks to succeed, writes Mitigo CEO Lindsay Hill.
Wicked no more — Inside the making of a modern law of homicide for Scotland
Journal 25th September 2025
Bringing Scots homicide law into the 21st century: the Scottish Law Commission publishes its recommendations for reform following a thorough review.
Remembering our colleagues and friends in September 2025
Journal 25th September 2025
The Society has shared the latest obituary list, for all of us to take a moment to remember those within our profession.
From the President's Desk: What family law means to me and why women's involvement is far from 'cliché'
Journal 24th September 2025
"I initially resisted taking on any family cases. I had some notion that female lawyers doing family law was a cliché."
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Journal 24th September 2025
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Lord President highlights the importance of the rule of law during Opening of the Legal Year
Journal 23rd September 2025
Scotland’s most senior judge has highlighted the importance of the rule of law and judicial independence during a speech at the annual Opening of the Legal Year ceremony.
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