Articles

Maintaining the status quo on assisted dying in Scotland is not a tenable position, writes Sarah Sivers. The current legal position is at best unclear, and at worst internally contradictory. So what happens now?

The newly-appointed chief executive officer of the Law Society of Scotland says the legal profession has reached a "pivotal moment" which will shape his tenure.

As part of the ongoing enhancements to CHAPS payments to bring system in line with ISO 20022 enhanced data is becoming mandatory. To support this change, property codes are now accessible directly via the Cashroom Portal.

With the British Sign Language (Scotland) Act 2015 now in its 10th year, how has access to public services changed for the deaf community? Charles Ho Wang Mak considers the progress made and the challenges that remain.

Graeme McWilliams of the Access to Justice Foundation Scotland Committee introduces the 2025 Scottish Legal Walks.

The latest SSDT decision covers a complaint made by the Council of the Law Society of Scotland against Steven John Docherty.

Why does it help to classify your legal work, experience, knowledge and other information in a law firm, asks Graeme Johnston, a software entrepreneur in the legal sector, and how do you go about it?

A sound understanding of the law around and signs of domestic abuse and coercive control is essential not just for family solicitors, but practitioners across the profession, explains Helen Hughes.

We are seeking a Will by Alexander William Innes, latterly of 18 Chanonry Road, Elgin.

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.

Taking time to understand and nurture the legal sector’s multigenerational workforce will benefit firms as well as their employees.

"We have all had those clients – the ones who are on the phone each day (or even several times a day) for an update, demanding you move mountains to achieve their goal"

Nearly two in three people working in Scotland’s legal profession have experienced mental health challenges in recent years - Kanika Phillip investigates the response.

The Lawscot Foundation is now accepting applications for support which the charity says can be "life-changing" for aspiring lawyers who are facing barriers to study and practice.

A rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable chamber practice in a rapidly expanding Lanarkshire commuter town, approximately 25 minutes from Glasgow.

The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service has issued an urgent call for volunteers to help bolster their online civil Case Tracker.

The Lord Advocate has unveiled new processes for handling future rape cases where the accused is a child.

Many of Scotland’s most established practices are changing hands. Are you ready to step in?

A thriving High Street practice with over 30 years of success is now available.

The UK Supreme Court’s recent interpretation of homelessness legislation reflects the reality of an ongoing housing crisis and the challenges faced by Scottish councils.

In a bid to support the voluntary carbon market and aid the UK’s journey to net zero, new free-to-access template agreements and guidance aims to streamline the carbon unit sales process.

Product liability experts consider the reforms and proposed amendments to product liability frameworks in the UK and the EU, and highlights the need for further change.

It was a glittering night of celebration and reflection when more than 250 guests gathered at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum for the Law Society of Scotland's annual gala dinner.

The President of the Law Society of Scotland has warned it is "imperative" trainee pay rises in response to wage growth and inflation for the sake of the whole legal profession.