Blogs & opinions
A series of firsts: Launching the paralegal practice course
In the final instalment of our three part series on the creation of our Paralegal Practice course with Robert Gordon University, Rachel O’Neill, lecturer and developer of the course, shares how she joined RGU as well as how the first intake of students are getting on.
AML Spotlight: Training
For our anti-money laundering (AML) blog series spotlighting key topics, our AML Risk Manager Emma Cairns looks at the requirements and benefits of AML/counter terrorist financing (CTF) training.
Mental Health Awareness Week – Women in Law
Lou Murphy Careers and Wellbeing Manager reflects on the Law Society’s well attended Women in Law event, held last month during Mental Health Awareness Week.
Building a course for paralegals: The challenges of online learning and a work life balance
Following on from Jim McKay's discussion on the early stages of setting up the Paralegal Practice Course with Robert Gordon University (RGU), we sit down with David Christie, the Associate Dean for Academic Development and Student Experience at RGU’s Law School, to understand why they wanted to create the course and the challenges of online learning.
The fear of leaving – embrace your holiday!
Feeling anxious about taking annual leave? Solicitor Nadia Cook shares her personal tips for overcoming holiday stress and strategies to truly disconnect and recharge during your time off. This blog offers practical advice for everyone, as well as specific guidance for managers on supporting employee wellbeing by encouraging them to embrace their breaks.