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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.

Leading with Warmth and Edge

CPD
Live online
22nd July 2026 12:00 - 13:30 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar, Essential skills training
Join this dynamic workshop that empowers leaders to balance empathy and high performance to build motivated, high‑achieving teams.

Embracing neurodiversity: Building an inclusive workplace

Live online
29th July 2026 12:00 - 13:00 Wellbeing, Live webinars
This session offers practical insight into how neurodiversity shapes everyday workplace experiences and what you can do to cultivate a more inclusive environment.

Around the World: Financial Crime in Nigeria and the Impact on the UK

CPD
Live online
6th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Crime, Money and debt, Business premises, Company and commercial
Join our AML webinar to learn the impact of the FATF grey list (and eventual delisting) on Nigeria and the Nigerian diaspora living in the United Kingdom.

Litigation and Remedies in AWI and Guardianship Cases

CPD
Live online
17th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars|Family and divorce, Family and relationships, Discrimination, Disability, Human rights, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Our expert speaker will take the time to explore what litigation means specifically for AWI and guardianship cases, and provide industry insights into how these instances can be handled to cause the least amount of disruption to clients.

The Property Buyer of the Future: What do they want?

CPD
Live online
19th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, High Street, Live webinars, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Business premises, Agriculture and estates, Commercial property, Construction, Contract & property disputes, Environment (Business Premises), Landlord & tenant, Planning (Business Premises), Property litigation, Housing
Join our webinar to to understand what the property buyer of the future wants and needs.

Entrepreneurial Leadership

CPD
19th August 2026 12:00 - 13:30 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Essential skills training, Webinar
Think like an entrepreneur, lead like a partner. A practical workshop helping legal leaders unlock innovation and drive purposeful change across the firm.

Trial Advocacy Fundamentals

CPD
In-person
25th August 2026 CPD & training events, Edinburgh, Essential skills training, Webinar, CPD & training
This is an interactive 2-day course to provide lawyers with the skills to conduct effective Examination in Chief and Cross Examination in criminal trials and civil proofs.

Negotiation & Influence: Driving Better Outcomes for Legal Professionals

CPD
25th August 2026 09:00 - 12:30 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar, Essential skills training, CPD & training
Legal professionals negotiate every day — but the best outcomes rarely come from arguing harder. This workshop gives you the frameworks and skills to influence more effectively, keep conversations constructive, and reach results that stick. 

Social Housing - Legal Update

CPD
Live online
25th August 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar|Consumer and civil rights, Commercial property, Contract & property disputes, Landlord & tenant, Property litigation, Charities
This webinar looks at the new regulations in detail, laying out the statutory position of the tenant and the landlord in social housing. Join us to learn more about the reasons for these changes and to ensure you can confidently navigate the new regulatory landscape.

ADHD and Autism Awareness at Work

2nd September 2026 12:00 - 13:00 Wellbeing, Live webinars
This webinar will explore practical ways to support neurodiverse colleagues and promote a more inclusive workplace culture.

The Legal Complexities of Separating Later in Life

CPD
Live online
2nd September 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar|Adoption, Advice the elderly & powers of attorney, Children, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Family and divorce, Family business advice, Mental health, Pensions (Company), Wills, executries and trusts
This webinar will suite family law practitioners as well as private client lawyers more generally.

Class Actions Workshop: Mastering the Process

CPD
Live online
8th September 2026 12:00 - 13:00 CPD & training events, Live webinars, Webinar|Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Consumer and civil rights, Contract & property disputes
Class actions have steadily grown in popularity since the introduction of the Civil Litigation (Expenses and Group Proceedings) Act 2018. This workshop will be led by leading practitioners in class action litigation, who will share their best practice advice to help you master the procedural elements of class action proceedings.

Digital Detox

30th September 2026 12:00 - 13:00 Wellbeing, Live webinars
This webinar will help attendees to connect the dots between technology, health, stress, sleep and diet, and explore the benefits of doing a "digital detox".

Menopause Awareness at Work

28th October 2026 12:00 - 13:00 Live webinars, Wellbeing
Gain essential insights and awareness around menopause in the workplace, along with some initial practical steps participants can take to support colleagues and team members.

Around the World: Comparing Freedom of Speech Between Denmark and the UK

CPD
On-demand
Webinar, High Street and General Practice, In-house, Paralegal suitable, CPD & training events, Live webinars|Human rights, Consumer and civil rights
Freedom of speech and protest are rights enshrined in several Acts for UK citizens, and yet reports from the Human Rights Watch suggest that these rights are under attack in the UK. This webinar will compare and contrast freedom of speech and protest protections in the UK to Denmark, widely regarded as one of the most protective states for these rights.

Essential Skills for Litigator Series

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Series|Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Criminal legal aid, Parliamentary, Local government
Our Essential Skills for Litigators series is the perfect set of bite sized trainings to prepare you to enter the world of Scottish litigation.

Using AI in Conveyancing: A Step-by-Step Guide 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Houses, property and neighbours, Agriculture and estates, Landlord & tenant, Agriculture, crofting and fishing
Watch our speaker who will cover how How can the property sector derive the business benefits that AI can bring, while avoiding the potential pitfalls?

Employment Law Update: Sexual Harassment 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, High Street and General Practice, In-house, Paralegal suitable, Regulatory, Series|Employment, Employment law, Health and safety, Discrimination
Employers have a legal duty to take reasonable steps to prevent workplace sexual harassment and from October 2026, they will be under a new stricter anticipatory duty to an "all reasonable steps" requirement along with the introduction of employment liability for harassment by third parties. Watch our speaker Donna Reynolds, Legal Director at Kennedys, explain what “all reasonable steps” might mean in practice.

Employment Law Update: Settlement Agreements 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
Webinar, employment, Series|Employment
Watch Simon Mayberry, Head of Employment at Balfour & Manson, take a practical look at all aspects of settlement agreements.

Contract Formation and Remedies - Update 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar|Employment, Business premises, Contract & property disputes, Landlord & tenant, Property litigation, Competition, Insolvency & corporate recovery, Mergers and acquisitions, Joint venture, Public finance initiative, Unit Trusts, OEICs and investment trusts, Adjudication, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Commercial litigation, Copyright, trade marks and design, Agriculture, crofting and fishing, IT and intellectual property, Media and entertainment
Watch our speaker to discuss the changes to the formation of contracts in Scots law and the available remedies.

A Guide to Making Co-Parenting Arrangements 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Dispute resolution, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Alternative dispute resolution
Join our speaker who consider the intricacies of these non-financial investments made by co-parents.

The Finance Act 2025: The Impact on Taxation and Succession Planning On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Paralegal suitable|Children, Advice the elderly & powers of attorney, Alternative dispute resolution, Civil court work, Civil legal aid
Watch our speakers explore the new Finance Act 2025 and what it means for succession planning for clients.

Employment Law Update: Understanding Disability Discrimination 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
CPD & training events, Webinar, Series|Employment, Employment law, Health and safety, Disability, Discrimination, Human rights
Watch our speaker Donna Reynolds, Legal Director at Kennedys, look at this emerging area of employment law and how employers should respond to allegations of misconduct that can be linked to neurodivergence.

AI and Alternative Dispute Resolution 2026 On-demand

CPD
On-demand
Law and technology, Webinar, Technology|Property litigation, Local government, Civil court work, Civil legal aid, Commercial litigation, Parliamentary, Criminal legal aid
Watch our speaker for the use and understanding of Alternative Dispute Resolution and AI on the rise in our legal systems this webinar will consider how AI can impact ADR.
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This year’s conference is free for members and will take place on Thursday 29 October, with the option to join in-person in Edinburgh or attend online.

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