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Everything you need to know about the 21st Century Bar Conference 2025

23rd October 2025

Save the Date – 21st Century Bar Conference 2025

Friday 5 December 2025 | 09:00 – 16:30 (Registration from 8:30) | Mackenzie Building, Edinburgh

This free annual event is open to all and will be in-person only.

This year’s 21st Century Bar Conference is set to take place on Friday 5 December, at the Mackenzie Building of the Faculty of Advocates. This year marks the conference’s 25th anniversary, and we look forward to welcoming a host of exciting speakers to celebrate.

Registration will go live on 31 October 2025.The event filled up quickly last year, so those keen to attend should save the and register next week to secure a spot.

If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact the Dean’s Secretariat at deans.secretariat@advocates.org.uk

Her colleagues and client were tortured and killed — but Janice Muchemi is not afraid to stand against abuse of power

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When Janice Muchemi's colleagues were murdered by police, this Kenyan attorney embarked on a journey to defend human rights and stand up for victims in the justice system.

Remembering our colleagues and friends in April 2026

30th March 2026
The Society has shared a list of obituaries so that the profession can remember those who played a part in the legal sector in Scotland.

Laying down the law — how can Scotland write better legislation?

25th March 2026
In the final article in a three-part series, Peter Ranscombe asks if changes need to be made to avoid mistakes in creating legislation.

From the President's desk: The growing civility challenge in law

25th March 2026
In a profession built on civility, Patricia Thom warns that courtesy and respect are under strain, from the pressures of constant digital connectivity to rising hostility in legal interactions.
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