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We have learned much from the changes enforced by the pandemic, including what works best between the old and the new. (We can also learn why some columns are worth reading to the end!)

Collected news of Scottish legal appointments and practice changes

In association with Braemar Finance: Applications to the scheme remain open to COVID-impacted businesses until 30 June 2022

Latest civil cases, including group proceedings; extempore judgments; oral and other evidence; appeals; undefended actions; simple procedure; case management

Guidance is expected later this year from the Equality & Human Rights Commission on how to avoid the risk of artificial intelligence tools producing discriminatory outcomes. It has much to cover

A recent case on determining the relevant date for financial provision illustrates how the question of when parties ceased to cohabit can be a difficult one of fact

The much anticipated pensions dashboard facility may start to become a reality next year, and schemes and providers have much to do to prepare for their staging window

Repoerts relating to Kenneth John Baillie Stewart MacLeod; Martin Grahame Hogg; Benjamim Nephi Hann

HMRC has made a further attempt to restate its policy on VAT in relation to early termination fees and compensation payments. The Tax Law Committee has considered how it might be applied

The immediate Past President of SOLAR, and legal manager with Perth & Kinross Council, talks about the two roles and the rapid changes of recent times

Recent decisions on the scope of duty principle have made it all the more important to set out clearly the extent of your instructions, and any limitations on liability, in your letters of engagement

With just a few weeks to go, Scottish practitioners still have a chance to register for a global conference on their doorstep covering the law on adult capacity

In association with Clio: Some benefits to bear in mind if you still have doubts about switching to a cloud-based solution

As the Law Society of Scotland announces a new collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, the Society reminds solicitors why ADR and arbitration should always be on their mind

Thinking about sustainability? Start by setting up a green team, Louise Farquhar advises in the first of a new quarterly series

Advice column: How should I treat a colleague who never comes to the office?

From the Professional Practice Committee: Terms of business should not seek payment for time spent

Having a supportive employer and workplace is of great importance to Muslims working while observing the strict requirements of the holy month of Ramadan, which has just concluded

The risk of litigation when a company fails to meet ESG (environmental, social and governance) standards is growing, with the rise of activist groups with increasing access to funding

New Scottish group action rules allow a type of case that may benefit from third party funding, but English litigation around the Post Office Horizon software shows there are many factors to consider

A commitment to equality should not be confined to International Women's Day: there are aspects of daily processes that need to change

Arlene Gibbs is a principal solicitor at Aberdeenshire Council, a vice convener of the In-house Lawyers’ Committee and a judge in this year’s In-house Rising Star Award

The May 2022 selection of leisure reading, chosen by the Journal's book review editor

Review of The Confederate Jurist: The Legal Life of Judah P Benjamin (Gilmore)