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

So how do we try to ensure better sleep? One way is to put procedures in place to take away the feeling of dread that a file has grown dusty.

The Renters’ Rights Bill aims to modernise and reform the laws governing landlord evictions to provide greater security for renters in England.

People can get into debt for all kinds of reasons such as illness, economic climate or factors beyond their control, writes Ahsan Mustafa. Debt recovery without appropriate levels of care can cause stress and anxiety.

Scottish Apprenticeship Week, which runs from 3rd to 7th March, highlights the growing recognition of the value of modern apprenticeships.

Fiona Raitt is remembered for a lifetime of commitment to law reform, justice for women and educating the next generation of lawyers, write friends and colleagues.

Rachel Houghton of Business Moves Group discusses how law firms can support neurodiverse individuals, and the benefits of creating a more inclusive workplace.

Would anyone holding or having knowledge of a Will by Mrs Ethel Mary Ross, latterly of 47E Mansfield Road, Torry, Aberdeen, AB11 9JX, who died on 26th October 2024, please contact Mrs Gemma McHardy, Walter Gerrard & Company.

The group proceedings relate to claims arising in Scotland from the diesel NOx emissions issues affecting certain Fiat and Chrysler vehicles with diesel engines manufactured to Euro 5 or Euro 6 emissions standards (excluding Euro 6d and Euro 6d Temp).

What is life like as an in-house solicitor? Victoria Marr, senior legal counsel in the Outsourcing, Technology and IP Team (OT&IP) at NatWest, gives us an insight into the many facets of this rewarding career.

Tomás Pizarro-Escuti gives a final year law student's perspective on the legal aid crisis and struggle for justice in modern Scotland.

Independent Scottish law firm Thorntons, has achieved robust growth, with turnover increasing by 16% year on year as it continues to grow its legal services for business and life.

Would anyone holding or knowing of a Will by Gordon Paterson Walker late of 2 Hawkhead Road, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 3NA and who died on 29th July 2024 please contact Wright & Crawford Solicitors, 11 Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3QS p.johnston@wright-crawford.co.uk or Tel: 0141 887 6211.

Every month, the Law Society Policy Team and its network of committee volunteers respond to a variety of consultations and comment on a range of Bills, helping to shape good law for the benefit of its members and in the public interest.

Rachel Houghton of Business Moves Group explores the carbon footprint of office furniture, and discusses how firms can engage with the circular economy to become more sustainable.

Would anyone holding or knowing of a Will by James Taylor late of 34 Sandringham Avenue, Newton Mearns, Glasgow, G77 5DU and who died on 6th November 2024 please contact Wright & Crawford Solicitors, 11 Glasgow Road, Paisley, PA1 3QS p.johnston@wright-crawford.co.uk or Tel: 0141 887 6211.a

A new social media account has been created to inform and educate the public about Scotland’s judicial office holders and their role and work within the justice system.

Members of the Scottish Human Rights Commission and team members are travelling again to the Highlands and Islands in February and March 2025 to deliver a series of community empowerment events.

The BICBA bursary competition is open to barristers, advocates and solicitors of less than 7 years’ standing practising in England & Wales, Scotland, Ireland or Northern Ireland, and those undergoing training for qualification in those jurisdictions.

In a world where academic pressure is intensifying, the need for pastoral care has never been more urgent, says Dr Temitope Omotola Odusanya.

Following a momentous 2024, Disabling Barriers Scotland (DBS) announces partnerships with six new legal partners; Addleshaw Goddard, Brodies, Thorntons Solicitors, McGovern Reid Court Lawyers, Scullion Law and Shepherd and Wedderburn.

Coming into force in April, the Moveable Transactions (Scotland) Act 2023 brings modernisation to moveable transactions, says Ahsan Mustafa.

Scotland’s commercial property market has changed drastically since 1964. A lack of available commercial premises across urban areas is no longer a prevalent issue; rent does not appear to be at an unreasonable level and landlords no longer enjoy the strong negotiating powers that they once did. Having special legal rules for “shop leases” but not those used for other business purposes is now difficult to justify.

UK top 50 and leading Scottish law firm Brodies LLP today announces the election of a new chair, with partner Iain Rutherford to take on the role from 1 May 2025.