Blogs & opinions
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Change the culture: our 2025 focus
Our Equality and Diversity Manager, Elaine MacGlone, explains our theme for 2025 of 'change the culture' and why it's so important to businesses.
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Member forums: Legal aid, recruitment and what’s next
Half way through our Lawscot Member Forums for the year, we catch-up with Member Engagement Manager, Sara Czarny, to reflect on the key points of discussion and what we’ve done with your feedback.
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It's never too late: How changing careers at 50 transformed my life
In light of winning Paralegal of the Year at the Scottish Legal Awards in November 2024, Nikki Scott, Paralegal Manager at Blackadders LLP, shares how it’s never too late to find a career you love.
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AML Spotlight: Regulation 21 internal controls
Regulation 21 internal controls are the focus of our latest anti-money laundering (AML) blog. AML Risk Manager Dale Trahms discusses the benefits of internal controls, appointing a Money Laundering Compliance Officer (MLCO), independent audits and employee screening.