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Remembering our colleagues and friends in August 2025
The Society has shared the latest obituary list, for all of us all to take a moment to remember those within our profession.
All change at top of leading Scottish firm as commercial real estate partner Neil Robb appointed chair
Blackadders LLP has announced the appointment of Neil Robb, partner and head of commercial real estate, as chairman.
From the President's desk: 'Why we needed resilience in spades'
How can solicitors withstand and recover from challenges they face personally and privately, asks Law Society of Scotland President Patricia Thom. There are lessons we can all learn.
SSDT Decision: Patrick Ian Campbell
The latest SSDT decision covers a complaint made by the Council of the Law Society of Scotland against Patrick Ian Campbell.
60 seconds with…. Brian Yates, awarded MBE for services to consumer protection
Brian’s consumer protection work earned him an inclusion in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours List and an Award of the Member of the Order of the British Empire.
SPONSORED: Established Chamber Practice — Southwest Scotland
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a respected and highly profitable chamber practice positioned in the heart of a busy town centre.
SPONSORED: Will Notice — Catherine Mary Roberts or Thom
Would any solicitor or other person holding or having knowledge of a Will by the late Catherine Mary Roberts or Thom please contact Alezandra McDowall at Anderson Strathern LLP.
The expert report is dead, long live the expert report
Professional indemnity specialists Lindsay Ogunyemi and Iain Franklin comment on expert evidence in claims against Scottish solicitors and share their experience of instructing solicitor experts.
Remembering our colleagues and friends in July 2025
The Society has shared the latest obituary list, for all of us all to take a moment to remember those within our profession.
Watch: Law Society of Scotland President Patricia Thom talks jet plane courts and legal aid reform
The new Law Society of Scotland President, Patricia Thom, has been on a remarkable journey from her early career days jetting into remote arctic settlements to leading the fight for legal aid reform.
From the President's desk: A journey from Yellowknife to Scotland and 'new beginnings'
New beginnings can be both daunting and exciting, writes new Law Society of Scotland President Patricia Thom. They for the most part herald progress.
Metamorphosis of a Firm — Aberdein Considine's record turnover, new structure and brand identity
A firm transformed, Aberdein Considine has followed up a high-profile rebrand with news of a record financial year — and the small matter of a corporate restructure.
Make complaints process better now, SLCC warns Faculty of Advocates
The Scottish Legal Complaints Commission has urged Scotland's Faculty of Advocates to finally implement improvements to its complaints procedure.
SSDT Decision: Martine Germaine Bisiaux
The latest SSDT decision covers a complaint made by the Council of the Law Society of Scotland against Martine Germaine Bisiaux.
Bidding farewell as 'Mr Thorntons' sails into retirement after 41 years of dedicated service
One of the country’s largest law firms has announced its former chair, Colin Graham, is stepping down as a partner.
Four legal workplace culture dangers — and how to fix them
The topic of workplace culture in the legal sector has been surveyed and spoken about, but the real conversations often take place in private, among those still climbing the ladder.
SPONSORED: Will Notice — Thomas Hart Greig
Would any person holding or having knowledge of a Will by Mr. Thomas Hart Greig latterly Edinburgh and who died on 4th January 2025 please contact Andrew K Price Limited Solicitors.
May's list of partner promotions, appointments and new hires as Scottish firms show sector is booming
The Scottish legal sector continues to demonstrate its rude health – let’s look at the latest promotions, appointments and career changes across Scotland.
SPONSORED: Will Notice — Stanley James Mair
Would anyone holding or having knowledge of a Will by Stanley James Mair of Fochabers in Moray please contact David Adams, Cockburns.
Remembering our colleagues and friends in June 2025
The Society has shared the latest obituary list, for all of us all to take a moment to remember those within our profession.
60 seconds with… Patricia Taylor, President of the Scottish Young Lawyers Association
As President of the Scottish Young Lawyers Association (SYLA), Patricia Taylor, a Dual-Qualified Commercial Litigation Associate at DLA Piper LLP, shares her experience as a first generation university student, the key concerns of newly-qualified solicitors and why young professionals shouldn’t shy away from professional development opportunities.
SPONSORED: Will Notice — Christopher Jaynes
We are seeking anyone holding or having knowledge of a Will by Mr Christopher Noel Jaynes latterly of Glasgow, G13 2HN who died on 9 June 2023.
British Sign Language, access to justice and the inequality that remains
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.