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Journal editorial July 2021
For its positive, dynamic vibe of today, the Society has much to thank Lorna Jack for
Journal editorial January 2020
Independence of the profession, or independence of its regulation? Those stances represent the opponents and supporters of the Roberton review proposals, the subject of renewed debate this month
Letter: the root of our stress
The underlying reasons for stress in the profession, and the need to tackle them
Letter: social mobility needs employers
Some practical steps through which employers can be more proactive
Letter: reporting what concerns?
SLCC queries new scheme as appearing to conflict with the 2007 Act; Society replies
Letter: Society backing Scots law
A reply to Graeme McCormick
Letter: an annual plan for Scots law?
The Society's annual plan should include projects to enhance Scots law and its relevance to Scotland's people
Put to the test
The Society's position as regulator will come under renewed scrutiny following the Roberton report, but the report itself should equally be subjected to proper scrutiny
Campaign for Scots law in contracts
Society should lead push for Scots consumers to have choice
Speaking out
The benefit sanctions system has drawn some unusually sharp comments from the Society, but the need for such strictures is likely to increase
Time for the members to elect the President and VP
Individuals needed who will perform well in public
A paralegal's tale
Janet Rieu-Clarke, the Law Society’s accredited paralegal, explains the path that led her to new role at the Society and the rationale behind the new accredited paralegal status.
A call to vote from John Scott
John Scott QC urges his fellow solicitor advocates to vote for their dedicated representative
No globalisation without representation...
Katie Hay discusses the globalisation of the legal market and urges Scottish solicitors working internationally, to get involved
Bringing the world to "world-class"
Sarah Sutton, digital communications executive at the Law Society of Scotland, talks about her bright idea to ensure international representation on the Society’s Council
Letter: better research?
SLAB is criticising the Law Society of Scotland's research, but what of its own standards?
Got a passion for the profession?
Could one of the 23 current vacancies for 16 different committees be just right for you?
Professional Practice - advising the advisers
Scottish solicitors help their clients through some of the most momentous occasions of their lives, personal or professional, good or bad. But where do solicitors turn for support? Prof Prac, that's where.
Letters: SLCC levy proposals
Comments on the Society's response
Society's "double standards" on gender equality
Claim of discrimination against those returning to practice
Letter: improper alignment?
Was the Society wise to welcome the Scottish Government's paper, Scotland's Place in Europe, so warmly?
Civic engagement
The Society risked becoming political in welcoming the Government paper Scotland's Place in Europe
Letter: retaking the narrative on complaints
In the full version of his letter published this month, the author argues that the Society failed to counter effectively the misleading headline approach of the SLCC on launching its annual report
Fighting an unseen enemy
Solicitors need more advice and guidance against the threat from cyber criminals