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Advocate Disupte , Edinburgh
This is a rare opportunity to operate at the forefront of Scotland’s criminal justice system, leading High Court prosecutions, shaping complex case strategy and contributing to decisions of significant public interest.If you bring strong advocacy experience, sound judgement in high-stakes cases, and a commitment to fairness and public confidence, we’d like...
Professional Support Lawyer - Employment , Glasgow
About your new roleOur market leading Employment, Pensions and Immigration team advises employers across the UK on all aspects of employment, pensions and immigration law. Our clients are some of the UK's largest and best known employers. We believe that the quality of our clients and strength of our relationships with our...
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Financial Compliance Legal Executive , Edinburgh
Financial Compliance Legal Executive, Permanent, 35 hours per week, £38,787 per annumAn exciting opportunity has arisen within the Financial Compliance Team for a Legal Executive to work with the Solicitor to Financial Compliance to provide legal support to our regulatory work and in support to two regulatory sub-committees.The TeamYou would...
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Conveyancing Solicitors & Paralegals - All Levels , Glasgow, Edinburgh, Lothians
AboutGarden Stirling Burnet is a well-established name in the Scottish legal market with offices in Edinburgh and across East Lothian. We have recently expanded our services across the Central belt into Glasgow and the Borders.We specialise in estate agency, residential and commercial conveyancing and private client services. Our focus is on service delivery with...
Scottish Legal Awards nominees list revealed — 73 names already on 2026 shortlist
The judges have whittled down scores of entries to the 2026 Scottish Legal Awards to reveal a shortlist.
How to build rapport in the legal profession without losing authority with clients
Clients rely on lawyers not only for technical expertise, but for reassurance, clarity and direction at moments that are often stressful or uncertain. Yet many lawyers face a quiet tension: how to build rapport without undermining their authority.
Should law be a mandatory subject in Scottish schools?
Engagement with justice at school can be a somewhat scattergun approach rather than a comprehensive teaching programme about the laws children need to know.
All change at the helm of Lawscot Foundation as co-founder Christine McLintock stands down
Lawscot Foundation co-founder Christine McLintock is stepping down after 10 years as inaugural Chair, with two experienced trustees to take over the charity’s leadership.
Firm's bumper crop of career next steps among latest list of partnerships, promotions and hires in Scottish legal sector
The latest list of partnerships, promotions, appointments and new hires includes a bumper crop of career next steps at one Scottish firm.
Lawscot Foundation applications open for law student support
The Lawscot Foundation has opened its 2026 round of applications offering financial and other forms of support to aspiring law students facing socioeconomic barriers.
Trainee solicitors could receive pay rise as Law Society of Scotland boosts recommended 2026 rates
The Law Society of Scotland has increased its recommended pay for trainee solicitors for 2026/27 in response to inflation and changes to the Real Living Wage.
SPONSORED: Patten & Prentice Solicitors, Greenock, announce two new partners
Patten & Prentice Solicitors, Greenock are pleased to announce that Melissa Magee and Ross O’Donnell have been assumed as partners.
Meet the two trainees named as In-house Rising Stars 2026
A local government trainee and an early career solicitor working in finance have been crowned the Law Society of Scotland’s 2026 In-house Rising Stars.
Practical PR for solicitors — 10 basic rules for writing legal news releases
Communications consultant Stewart Argo on how to write releases that journalists will want to use.
Deadline for entering 2026 Scottish Legal Awards fast approaching
Your window to enter the 23rd annual awards and join the gala celebrations is rapidly closing with the deadline this month.
Are you a trainee solicitor? Get involved with Edinburgh Sheriff Court Spring Talk Series 2026
The Edinburgh Sheriff Court Spring Talk Series has returned for the first time in two years.
Widening access to the legal profession in Scotland through Court Brief
Access to shadowing opportunities can be a major hurdle for law students – especially women, and those from ethnic minority and lower socioeconomic backgrounds – but a new online platform, Court Brief, aims to break down these barriers by streamlining how firms offer placements
Practical PR for Solicitors: How to write thought leadership people actually read and share
Communications consultant Stewart Argo on how to write thought leadership people actually read and share.
Meet Scotland's 15 new solicitor advocates ready to represent clients in highest courts
The Law Society of Scotland has granted extended rights of audience to 15 new solicitor advocates across two ceremonies.
Admission of 113 new solicitors proves just how buoyant Scottish legal profession is in 2026
The Law Society of Scotland formally welcomed 113 solicitors to the profession across two ceremonies held in central Edinburgh yesterday, marking a strong start to the year for the Scottish legal sector.
Commercial hires and new leadership dominate February's list of partnerships, promotions and hires in Scottish legal sector
February's list of partnerships, promotions, appointments and new hires includes a number of senior moves and appointments, particular in the commercial sector.
How to enter the 2026 Scottish Legal Awards
Now in it’s 23rd year, the awards and gala celebrate achievements across the profession.
Shining a light on in-house talent — how to get involved with annual competition
The Law Society of Scotland is looking for the brightest in-house talent as it seeks nominations for its annual competition, the In-house Rising Star Award.
Watch: 'Ensuring those with talent to study law could do so' — Celebrating 10 years of supporting students and social mobility
The Lawscot Foundation is celebrating a major milestone in its mission to support aspiring solicitors facing socioeconomic barriers, as 2026 marks the charity’s 10th anniversary.
Eye-catching moves in January's list of partnerships, promotions and hires in Scottish legal sector
January’s list of partnerships, promotions, appointments and new hires includes a number of senior moves and appointments.
Practical PR — Hidden traps of media interviews
Lawyers are used to controlling detail, nuance and process. Media interviews seemingly strip all three away (although that is an illusion I’ll explain shortly). Time is short, complexity is unwelcome, and words are edited to fit the needs of the story rather than the speaker.
Thinking of moving to a land Down Under? Why Australia could be a hotspot for Scottish lawyers in 2026
For Scottish lawyers seeking compelling work, strong possibilities for progression and an enviable work-life balance, a move to Australia could be the answer.
Inside a year of partner moves, promotions and hires across a record 2025 for Scotland's buoyant legal profession
A mammoth look at 2025's legal partner promotions, appointments and new hires across Scotland.