Upcoming events
Our upcoming events are listed below including CPD & Training, sole practitioners networking meetings and dedicated events for students, trainees and newly qualified solicitors.
How can law firms and in-house teams support neurodiversity in the legal profession? What changes to workplace culture are needed to build a neuroinclusive environment? How can we design our working practices to enable neurodivergent talent to flourish? In collaboration with the Legal Neurodiversity Network, we’re delighted to host an online event exploring themes of neurodiversity in the legal profession.
CPD
Live online
Our renowned advocacy webinar series is returning this autumn, designed for experienced Solicitor Advocates and those working their way towards attaining higher rights of audience.
CPD
Live online
This online training has been designed to support new applicants through the competency-based selection process used when making judicial appointments.
CPD
Live online
The course assumes little or no previous knowledge of data protection and will emphasise practical aspects of compliance and cover, in a practical context, the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003.
CPD
Live online
Hear from speakers Shonagh Livingstone and Martha Martindale who are financial specialists from PW & Partners discuss the benefits for a Lawyer and their client, when working together with a Financial Adviser.
Connect with local practitioners in Inverurie and engage with peers and Law Society representatives on topical legal issues, including current professional practice trends and the latest policy highlights.
CPD
Live online
Package option
Join us this October to explore the new developments in the law affecting adult clients with incapacity, elder clients and those under guardianship.
Connect with local practitioners in Aberdeen and engage with peers and Law Society representatives on topical legal issues, including current professional practice trends and the latest policy highlights.
CPD
Live online
Package option
Join us on 10 October 2024 for an hour’s webinar on our thematic review of Suspicious Activity Reports delivered by our AML Risk Manager, Dale Trahms.
As part of our commitment to improving the mental health and wellbeing in the Scottish legal profession we have teamed up with Macdonald & MacMillan Training to offer members the opportunity to undertake Scottish Mental Health First Aid Training free of charge.
CPD
Live online
Package option
This webinar is designed for employment lawyers of all experience levels to review the proposed Employment Rights Bill and discuss areas for reform.
Connect with local practitioners in Oban and engage with peers and Law Society representatives on topical legal issues, including current professional practice trends and the latest policy highlights.
CPD
Live online
Package option
This webinar is designed for those concerned with the regulation of the internet and communications.
Join us for a free training session to become a mentor with the Law Society of Scotland to develop your skills to support your colleagues in the legal profession. Anyone can become a mentor, whatever stage of your career!
CPD
Live online
In-person
Taking place from 28 to 31 October 2024, the first three days will be held entirely online whilst Thursday will be a fully hybrid day held at Edinburgh International Conference Centre, where you can expect to hear from a range of keynote speakers.
CPD
Live online
This online workshop addresses some of the challenges facing the legal sector when writing and responding to letters, reports, and e-mails. Employing some of the principles discussed, on this workshop, participants will learn how to shorten their writing, communicate effectively, and reduce time for all parties involved.
CPD
On-demand
Online 15-minute micro-lessons to help busy lawyers win new clients online.
CPD
On-demand
Watch our recorded webinar to hear about the top 5 problem areas in respect of a redundancy process.
CPD
On-demand
If you have an interest in either judicial appointments, or a public appointment, this recorded webinar will explain the selection criteria and process, and provide industry leading practical advice on how to make a positive impact.
CPD
On-demand
Watch our speakers for comprehensive updates and essential guidance on Medical Negligence Law and key practice considerations. Learn about the latest developments and the practical issues you need to keep in mind in relation to the main principles of medical negligence, along with recent cases and decisions.
CPD
On-demand
Watch Laura Irvine, Partner, Davidson Chalmers Stewart deliver comprehensive updates and essential guidance on data protection rules and key practice considerations.
CPD
On-demand
Watch our speakers explore the latest legislative developments and most pressing issues in family law practice, with insight into recent cases and decisions, and practical guidance on the matters that most affect your day-to-day work.
CPD
On-demand
Watch our speakers explore the latest developments in Environmental Law, including: the Scottish deposit return scheme, the ban on biodegradable municipal waste being landfilled and changes regarding incineration. Understand how the changes may affect you and/or your clients and how to prepare for them
CPD
On-demand
Watch Chala McKenna, Associate at Davidson Chalmers Stewart, to learn about the policy and regulation stemming from the climate change emergency in Scotland.