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SPONSORED: Thinking about exiting your practice? Understanding your options starts earlier than you think
Journal 11th March 2026
Across Scotland many well established High Street and rural practices are starting to plan for the future – and looking for the right people to continue the practice to the next generation.
Weekly roundup of Scots law in the headlines including new rape sentencing guidelines in effect — Monday March 9
Journal 9th March 2026
This week's review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots law and beyond includes implementation of new rape sentencing guidelines and arrests in China spying case.
Get tickets for JUSTICE Scotland's Rights, Justice and the Rule of Law in Scotland event
Journal 6th March 2026
JUSTICE Scotland is hosting two events in Edinburgh on Monday 16 March, jointly titled Rights, Justice and the Rule of Law in Scotland. 
SPONSORED: Call for information - Ernest Arthur Thomas
Journal 6th March 2026
Would any person holding the disposition or having information relating to the purchase of Flat 0/1, 2 Willowbank Crescent, Glasgow, G3 6NB, by the late Ernest Arthur Thomas (thought to be purchased in the 1970s) please contact Bethany Reed at Morton Fraser MacRoberts LLP.
Embracing neurodiversity and why law firms are learning to support their staff
Journal 5th March 2026
Making workplaces neuro-inclusive brings benefits for all members of staff and for businesses too, as Peter Ranscombe finds out.
Remembering Sarah Donaldson — 'Wider legal community diminished without her presence'
Journal 5th March 2026
On 9 February 2026, Sarah Donaldson, aged 38, a highly respected Senior Associate with Clyde & Co, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly.
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