Remembering our colleagues and friends in September 2025
MARIA FRANCESCA COOMBS, Edinburgh
On 18th September 2025, Maria Francesca Coombs, partner of the firm Coombs Solicitors and Notaries Limited, Edinburgh.
AGE: 61 ADMITTED: 1995
KAREN GATHERUM, Aberdeen
On 2nd September 2025, Karen Gatherum, employee of the firm Gilson Gray LLP, Aberdeen.
AGE: 57 ADMITTED: 2020
Weekly roundup of Scots Law in the headlines including the Supreme Court ruling on cross-examination in sexual assault cases — Monday November 17
This week's review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law and beyond including including the Supreme Court ruling on cross-examination in sexual assault cases.
Laptops in prisons – how access to computers is helping to reduce violence and boost job prospects
Peter Ranscombe finds out about a project in England and Wales that’s helping prisoners to learn new skills and asks if a similar scheme could be used in Scotland.
Training in family dispute resolution — a collaboration to celebrate
When couples separate, they invariably need support to deal with the emotional, legal and financial consequences. This year marks the 15th anniversary of a collaboration to ensure that support is as integrated and helpful as possible.
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