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60 seconds with a Society Fellow
Sophie McIvor speaks to Gerard Sinclair about his career which he describes as a play of three acts, as well as his advice to newly qualified lawyers.
A night to remember
The profession was celebrated at the Scottish Legal Awards last week, showcasing excellence and innovation across the sector.
SPONSORED: CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars
CPD from Edinburgh Law Seminars
SPONSORED: Ten tips for improving your feeing efficiency
Find out the key things you can do to improve your feeing efficiency and bottom line.
SPONSORED: Celebrating a decade at Cashroom: Cashroom’s CEO’s journey
This year is a remarkable milestone for Cashroom as we honour CEO Chris O’Day on his 10th anniversary.
SSDT v Baillie
The latest Tribunal decision covers failing to communicate effectively, acting in a conflict-of-interest situation, and failing to advise the Secondary Complainer to seek separate legal advice.
Your achievements this summer
It’s time, once again, for us to celebrate your wins, successes, promotions and awards.
Read the latest decision
The SSDT published a further decision in August which we have shared on the Journal Content Hub for you.
Service standards and risk management
Understand the importance of ensuring compliance with the Law Society’s Service Standard, in the first of two articles with Lockton.
SPONSORED: Cashroom breaks records with unprecedented surge in new signings
Over the summer, Cashroom, has just experienced the busiest month in its history for new signings.
August decisions
The Scottish Solicitor’s Disciplinary Tribunal have published their August decisions.
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.