Law Society news
Balance between freedom of expression and protection of reputation crucial to reform of defamation laws
In our response to the Scottish Government's consultation on defamation in Scots law, we have a called for a balance to be found between the right of freedom of expression and the right of protection of individual reputation.
Greater redundancy protection for women and new parents needed
We have called for greater redundancy protections for women and new parents returning to work from maternity leave, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
Career opportunities – where and why?
Alison Howells, law student at Edinburgh University, explains why you should seek legal experience in first and second year of university and how to do so.
Public policy highlights
Our policy committees have had a busy month analysing and responding to proposed changes in the law to positively influence the creation of a fairer and more just society.
Fake law firm calling itself 'Divine Grace Solicitors LLP'
We’re aware of scam involving a fake law firm calling itself 'Divine Solicitors' in Edinburgh.
How employers can get practically involved with social mobility
Olivia Parker, Interim Head of Careers & Outreach at the Law Society of Scotland, shares two key takeaways on how employers can practically get engaged with social mobility.
Consultation on proposed changes to the Accounts rules
Members of the legal profession are invited to give their views on proposed changes to the accounts rules in advance of the Law Society's 2019 annual general meeting on 30 May.
Nominate your in-house rising stars!
In-house Lawyers Committee member, David Boag, solicitor at Glasgow City Council and one of this year’s judges, explains why the In-house Rising Star Award is so important in celebrating emerging in-house talent.
Charity legislation needs wider reform
We have called for a wider review of charity law in our response to a Scottish Government consultation
Roadshow to grow level of specialist employee ownership advice for businesses in Scotland
The Law Society has joined forces with the Institute of Chartered Accountants Scotland (ICAS) and Co-operative Development Scotland to to raise awareness of the important role professional advisers play in informing clients about employee ownership as a business succession model.
Society comments on law firm Morisons LLP entering administration
The Society has commented on the announcement that Morisons LLP has gone into administration
New anti-money laundering committee
A brand new regulatory anti-money laundering (AML) sub committee is being set up to ensure that the Law Society can meet its increasing statutory obligations as a responsible and effective AML regulator.
Time to recharge debate around administrative justice
Our President Alison Atack has called for a recharge in the debate around administrative justice at a stakeholder event, Shaping the Future of Administrative Justice in Scotland; Where do we go from here? held in Edinburgh on Wednesday 27 March.
Opportunities to join Law Society Council now open
Scottish solicitors from both the east and west coasts are being invited to stand for nomination to the Law Society of Scotland’s Council.
Celebrating in-house rising stars
Do you know an in-house legal star? Nominations for the 2019 In-house Rising Star Award are now open.
What’s the latest with Scotland’s Land Information Service?
Calum Shepherd, Service Owner for Scotland’s Land Information Service (ScotLIS) at Registers of Scotland (RoS), keeps us up to date with the latest developments on the service.
Develop your career with a mentor
The team behind PLD, who provide our mentoring platform software, explain the many benefits of being a mentee when you're trying to meet a professional goal, and why you should consider signing up to our career development mentoring scheme.
Design thinking - how to make it work for you
As the popularity of design thinking in business gathers momentum Craig Allan, Legal Counsel in the Outsourcing, Technology & IP legal team at RBS, discusses what it means and how it can be applied to legal services.
Review of mental health law a step in the right direction
We welcome the Ministerial announcement of an independent review of the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003.
Road traffic accident referral scheme
One of our solicitor members has reported being the subject of a scam, involving a road traffic accident referral arrangement in the hope that other Scottish solicitors will not fall foul of the same or similar fraud.
Why you should choose Street Law
Neil Brannigan, a second-year law student at the University of Stirling explains why Street Law is a fantastic outreach opportunity to become involved with while studying law.
58 new solicitors welcomed to profession
Our first Admissions Ceremony of the year took place at the Signet Library in Edinburgh this morning with 58 new solicitors being admitted to the profession.
Top 5 FAQs for those considering mentoring
Here are some of the key questions our panel received from a recent information session for prospective mentors.
Client email hacking scam
We have been made aware of a current wave of fraudulent client emails requesting change of bank details. Scottish solicitors, paralegals and cash room staff should be on alert.