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SPONSORED: Will notice
If anyone is holding or knowing of a will by Catherine Cunningham Roy or Mahony, late of Dollar, please contact Pattison & Co, Solicitors.
The latest SSDT decision
Take a look at the latest decision published by the Scottish Solicitor’s Disciplinary Tribunal.
SPONSORED: The human touch in legal cashiering
Opting for an outsourced legal cashiering service shouldn’t mean giving up personal service and human connection. Discover how personalised services can provide Scottish law firms with precise, ethical financial management and exceptional, trustworthy support.
Will they be fit for purpose?
The Scottish Sentencing Council is seeking views on draft sentencing guidelines for rape offences.
SPONSORED: Can you find the time for a holiday?
Summer holidays can be something of a juggling competition for everyone, including hard-working solicitors. Find out how LawWare can help.
Know it, see it, avoid it
The latest article from Lockton covers the important topic of spotting conflicts of interest and a reminder that ‘if it feels wrong, it probably is’.
Family law expert joins Blackadders
One of Scotland’s most experienced family law experts has joined Blackadders LLP as a partner.
Reaccredited as Menopause Friendly announces Burness Paull
Burness Paull reaccredited as Menopause Friendly
What is appropriate?
The SSDT last sought your views on the appropriate Standard of Proof for professional misconduct cases back in 2019. Have they changed?
Greater budget transparency needed?
A new report published by the Scottish Human Rights Commission recommends the Scottish Government should produce and publish two key fiscal documents to improve budget transparency.
SPONSORED: Glasgow opportunity
Sole practitioner is seeking to retire from busy court practice covering civil and criminal law.
SPONSORED: AI - reality or pipedream?
Scottish law firms, with their centuries-old traditions now find themselves at a crossroads. Is AI a tangible reality or a distant pipedream for these venerable institutions? Let’s investigate the possibilities.
SPONSORED: Expert guidance for Scottish executry bonds
RSA shares their top five tips on how you can gain certainty over complex applications.
Lockton AI: The future is here
There is a scene in the 2019 legal thriller Dark Waters in which lawyer Robert Bilott takes delivery of several hundred boxes of papers to review. Would AI have helped or hindered?
SPONSORED: Practice and premises
A retiring solicitor is offering his premises (and practice) in Glasgow for lease or acquisition, according to Sheridan’s.
SPONSORED: Will notice Harper Macleod
Harper Macleod are searching for anyone with knowledge of the will of Ms Helen Whillans Ramsay, of Falkirk.
What's the latest?
It’s time for ‘People on the Move’ May 2024, as the Journal shares your recent promotions, new hires, awards wins and company news.
SYLA AGM 2024
The Scottish Young Lawyers' Association AGM is taking place (both in-person and online) on 30th May. Attend to hear the latest updates but also elect new committee members.
SPONSORED: Thriving practice for sale
McKinstry Practice Management have a practice available for purchase 7 miles from Glasgow.
SPONSORED: Will Notice Mellicks
Mellicks are seeking any person or firm holding or have knowledge of a Will by Sarah McDougall Coyle, also known as Sarah McKenna Coyle or Sarah MacDowall Coyle.
SPONSORED: Notice - Emissions group proceedings
Notice issued by Lefevres, the solicitors acting for the representative party, in relation to Peugeot, Citroën, DS Automobiles NOx emissions group proceedings
Raising the bar
We speak to outgoing president Sheila Webster about speaking up for the profession, championing inclusivity and inspiring the next generation of lawyers in Scotland.
Commercial lease lessons
Lockton discusses the necessity for robust compliance with notice provisions in a commercial lease.
SPONSORED: Searching for an exit
McKinstry Practice Management have clients who are looking to acquire practices throughout Scotland where the principals are looking to exit.