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Would any person holding or having knowledge of a Will by MRS MARY REID who died in 2015 please contact Richard Murray at Connell & Connell LLP.

It is now more than a decade since the Courts Reform (Scotland) Act 2014 received royal assent. Its introduction proved controversial for many practitioners in civil and criminal litigation – nonetheless, the changes made are now embedded.

Communications consultant Stewart Argo explores what to ask and what to do so you can protect your organisation or client’s reputation from the very first moment.

This week's review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law and beyond including including the UK Covid-19 Inquiry's findings about the Scottish Government's handling of the pandemic response.

At McKinstry Practice Management, we specialise in helping small, profitable chamber practices transition smoothly while preserving reputation, continuity, and legacy.

Peter Ranscombe asks what’s next for alternative business structures in Scotland and how long it could be before non-lawyers can invest in law firms.

Law Society of Scotland President Patricia Thom reflects on the International Bar Association's annual conference in Toronto and why legal leaders must come together to protect the rule of law.

The Society has shared the latest obituary list, for all of us to take a moment to remember those within our profession.

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.

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.

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.

Anna Ziarkowska explains why recognising cognitive bias is a professional necessity, and shares practical tips for effective self-reflection.

The Law Society of Scotland has updated its rules in relation to client assets to increase protections for consumers.

University of Glasgow lecturers Rosemary Elliot and Nughmana Mirza explore divorce and separation in Scotland today, with a focus on the challenges faced by Muslim women.

Nigel Pitchford of Leeds Trinity University presents a paper on workplace vulnerability.

What are the rules on certification of a skilled witness, and how should practitioners manage the risk of unrecoverable costs? Kennedys’ Anne Kentish and Kym Hayley outline some key considerations.

Implementing new regulatory measures, supporting the adoption of AI technologies within the legal sector, and next year’s Scottish elections will be key areas of focus for the Law Society of Scotland over the next 12 months.

How can investors balance the financial opportunities to be made from rewilding projects with the economic sustainability of rural communities? By Peter Ranscombe.

A review of all the latest headlines from the world of Scots Law including rape sentencing guidelines, as well as Trump's constitutional chaos, and Steve Coogan's legal hot water over Richard III film.

"Both journalists and lawyers take information from clients and contributors in good faith and whilst we can be rigorous in our oversight, more rigour may now be demanded of all of us in the face of rapidly evolving technology."

The recently published judgment of the Land Court in the case of MacLachlan v Lamont & MacDonald sheds light on a little-discussed but potentially consequential area of the Scots law of property, writes Ross Simpson.

A solicitor’s failure to comply with regulators and court orders “undermines the status of the profession” according to the Court of Session.

Upcoming BBC legal drama Counsels, set in Glasgow, has already set solicitors’ tongues wagging and now the production has made a surprise announcement — former SNP MP Mhairi Black will join the cast.