Technology and innovation
Urgent call for volunteers — have your say on civil online Case Tracker
The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service has issued an urgent call for volunteers to help bolster their online civil Case Tracker.
15 best TV legal dramas according to Scotland's solicitors - from Sutherland's Law to Silk
The news the BBC has commissioned a high-octane legal drama set in the courtrooms of Glasgow got everybody talking - so what are the greatest legal dramas of all time, asks Joshua King.
Why Shoosmiths is offering a £1 million AI bonus pot this year
Leading UK law firm Shoosmiths has announced plans to reward staff with an extra £1 million in this year's bonus pot - if the company hits one million prompts on an AI platform, writes Joshua King.
SPONSORED: Cashroom celebrates Modern Law Win
Scottish success as Cashroom win Support Team of the Year at the 2025 Modern Law Awards
What Adam Smith can teach solicitors about AI - a guide to staying compliant, efficient and risk-aware
From rethinking workflows to optimising knowledge management and reinforcing ethical frameworks, Dr Corsino San Miguel presents a strategic roadmap to help firms stay compliant, efficient and risk-aware when implementing AI.
From metal behemoths to agentic AI - what Scotland's legal sector can learn from bridging innovation
Dr Corsino San Miguel PhD, LLB - a member of the AI Research Group and the Public Sector AI Task Force at the Scottish Government Legal Directorate - considers Scotland's innovation past and what the profession can learn for the future.
SPONSORED: The importance of effective practice management software in ensuring compliance
LawWare's head of operations, Melissa Blackwood, examines how your software can ensure your firm is compliant.
OPG launch new Power of Attorney Case Management System
OPG launch new Power of Attorney Case Management System
AI and the legal profession review
In 2024, AI ceased to be a distant abstraction for the legal profession and is now an undeniable presence at every level of practice.
Legal technology horizon scanning
Christina Blacklaws discusses the dominant trends emerging in the lawtech sector in 2025.
Festive phishing
Law firms are not immune to cybercrime, fraud and deepfakes. In fact security experts advise that they are a favourite target for cyber criminals due to the amount of data held.
Virtual reality and AI in Scottish healthcare
Artificial intelligence and virtual reality might be carving out a place for themselves in Scottish healthcare, but they bring their own challenges. From ethics to accuracy, there’s much to consider…
SPONSORED: Transforming legal practice
For modern law firms, efficiency counts. Firms are constantly seeking ways to streamline operations, reduce administrative burdens and enhance client service. One of the most effective strategies to achieve these goals is the adoption of integrated software solutions. At LawWare, we understand the unique challenges faced by legal professionals and offer innovative software designed to meet them.
Is aviation law set for automatic take-off?
Recent breakthroughs in aviation have seen the development of innovative autonomous and highly automated systems and vehicles, such as drones, advanced air mobility vehicles and vertical take-off and landing aircraft (VTOLs) which can provide short journeys for a small number of people.
A shift is coming
For those who believed the legal profession could remain insulated from the transformative force of new technologies, the swift and widespread adoption of generative AI among UK lawyers has decisively proven them wrong, says Dr Corsino San Miguel PhD.
Your current tech can do more
At the Society’s Annual Conference, Fiona Chute discussed strategies for maximising the potential of your existing tech stack.
The independence of the legal profession: A European perspective
Pierre-Dominique Schupp, President of the Council of Bars and Law Societies of Europe dialled in from Paris to share his thoughts on the independence of the profession, advancing the rule of law, the use of AI, and international collaboration.
Using AI to improve the administration of justice
'Using AI in the Justice System' was a well-received session on Day 2 of the Society’s 2024 Annual Conference.
Paul Mosson, Executive Director of Member Services & Engagement at the Society introduced Ellen Lefley, senior lawyer at JUSTICE, who provided an insightful overview of the complexities and implications of integrating AI into legal and judicial processes. The session outlined both opportunities and risks presented by AI, particularly in enhancing access to justice and the impartiality of decision-making.
Navigating AI challenges and risks
The Society, in association with Wordsmith, has launched their Guide to Generative AI. Covering both the benefits and risks, the Guide also highlights accessibility of such tools for smaller firms.
Born in England, made in Scotland
We speak to Warren Wander, the creator of legal IT system LawWare, about how Scotland has been the bedrock to his company’s 25 years of success.
Piece it all together
Jigsaw identification poses a serious risk by combining harmless details that can unintentionally reveal protected identities, threatening privacy and confidentiality.
Global cyber capabilities
The Cyber Law Toolkit is known for its interactive online resource, offering guidance on international law and cyber operations. Widely used by governments and military legal experts worldwide, it features a comprehensive chart of key global cyber incidents and a database of national positions on international law and cyber operations.
Cybersecurity is front and centre
The ICO and NCA have signed a memorandum of understanding outlining how they will be tackling cybercrime and cybersecurity together.
Rethinking IP in a generative era
Discussion of the opportunities, challenges and questions around generative artificial intelligence (AI) has been an inescapable part of the discourse about the future of business and working life since its more mainstream introduction a couple of years ago (despite its inception in the 1960s). Its impact on the legal landscape is no exception. Where the AI system generates new content or outputs, what are the IP law implications of this?