Law Society news
Moving from the LLB to the Diploma
Rona Macleod, a Diploma student at the University of Glasgow, explains what to expect when transitioning from LLB to Diploma.
Fake solicitor calling themselves 'MB Norman Solicitors'
We’re aware of an attempt by scammers to pose as a law firm called ‘MB Norman Solicitors’.
Ashurst LLP sign up to support schools legal education initiative
International law firm Ashurst has signed up to support the Law Society of Scotland’s Street Law programme in schools across the country.
Brussels Agenda - April 2016
The latest news from the Law Societies' Brussels Office.
Law Society welcomes Lady Dorrian appointment as Lord Justice Clerk
A comment from Christine McLintock, President of the Law Society of Scotland, on the announcement that the Rt. Hon Lady Dorrian QC is to be Scotland’s new Lord Justice Clerk.
Clarity needed on proposals to create offence of domestic abuse
Clarity is needed on proposals for a new law of domestic abuse if it is to help those affected by either physical or psychological abuse, says the Law Society of Scotland.
Why do young women leave their jobs?
Rob Marrs, Head of Education at the Society, seeks answers to the question of why women exit the legal profession in the 20s and 30s.
Investigatory Powers Bill could breach client confidentiality and break EU law
The Law Society of Scotland has warned that despite moves to protect client communications with solicitors, the UK Government’s Investigatory Powers Bill could still fall short.
The Society tenders for The Journal Magazine contract
Opportunity for contract publishers with experience in professional services magazines.
April 2016 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our April 2016 Bulletin
New Employment Tribunal system must preserve public recognition and respect
The Law Society of Scotland has raised a number of concerns about Scottish Government proposals for devolution of the Employment Tribunal system in Scotland.
Legal Aid video highlights importance of funding access to justice
The Society's latest video highlights the importance of legal aid in ensuring access to justice for all.
Local solicitors wanted for Law Society Council
Nominations are open from 6 April – 27 April for solicitors hoping to join the Law Society of Scotland’s decision making body.
Law reform round up April 2016
Lobbying (Scotland) Bill, Abusive Behaviour, Sexual Harm (Scotland) Bill and Mandatory Pay Gap Reporting, and more.
Public Bodies (Joint Working) (Scotland) Act 2014
Can an in-house solicitor employed by a local authority advise both their employer and an “integration joint board” set up by their employer and the health board under the Public Bodies (Joint Working) (Scotland) Act 2014?
Vulnerable adult protections need urgent review
The Society says major changes to the law are required to protect adults with incapacity
Reminder re client balances held after the conclusion of a matter
We're again reminding members that failure to have disbursed all historic client balances held following conclusion of transactions will now be reported to the Client Protection Sub-Committee.
Fake solicitor calling themselves 'Tallon Sculthorpe'
We've been made aware that an individual calling themselves ‘Tallon Sculthorpe’ is claiming to be a solicitor with the Scottish law firm Irwin Mitchell.
Property Tax Update: The LBTT Additional Dwelling Supplement
An email sent to residential property, commercial property, personal tax and corporate tax solicitors today, 1 April 2016
Trainee blog - Letitia Longworth
Letitia is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. Originally from York, Letitia obtained her first degree in English from the University of St Andrews, before moving to Edinburgh for the LLB and Diploma.
NQ blog - April 2016: What's a typical day for a court practitioner?
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
New and prospective lawyers’ opinions wanted for Law Society of Scotland survey
The Law Society of Scotland is seeking feedback from law students, trainees and new lawyers on the support and services provided for trainee solicitors in Scotland and how they could be improved.
Closure of the General Register of Sasines to securities from 1 April 2016
As part of the completion of the land register, the General Register of Sasines will close to new standard securities on 1 April 2016.