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Latest Law Society News
The Society has warned that proposed changes to legal aid fees for cases related to adults with incapacity (AWI) would further exacerbate the shortage of solicitors for such work.
A landmark UK Supreme Court judgment issued on Wednesday, 12 November 2025 goes to the heart of the right to a fair trial, requiring a significant change in how Scottish courts handle certain types of evidence in sexual offence cases.
Latest Blogs & Opinion
Lynda Towers, Convener of our Constitutional Law and Human Rights Sub-Committee, reflects on the 75th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights and on what AWI law can tell us about how effective our human rights protections really are.
Using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools comes with a direct environmental impact. Sustainability Committee member Hannah Gardner discusses how to use them in the most sustainable way possible.
Upcoming Events
The Supreme Court’s landmark 2025 ruling in the Waller-Edwards v One Savings Bank Plc case will have important and lasting impacts on the Etridge principle. This one-hour webinar will deep dive into the decision including the new test for hybrid transactions which strengthen protections against undue influence.
This Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, join the Law Society of Scotland as we meet members of the Men’s Wellbeing Group for an open and inspiring online session.
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