Law Society news
In-house best practice in 7 easy steps
Olivia Parker, interim Head of engagement for in-house lawyers, gives us her key takeaways from April's in-house best practice course.
2018 Council election voting open
16 solicitors are competing for a total of four seats across three constituencies in the Law Society of Scotland Council elections.
Law Society launches Profile of the Profession research
Take part in our profile of the profession survey to help shape our future equality and diversity work.
Law Society publishes GDPR guide for law firms
The new guide about GDPR and data protection shows the steps solicitors can take to comply with the new EU regulation.
LBTT update - Arrangements satisfactory
An update for property practitioners about their responsibilities in relation to particular Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) requirements.
Scam website - 'Alfred Pizzolante & Co Law Firm'
We have been informed of a fake website using real law firm addresses.
GDPR - Privacy notices
Angus MacLeod, partner at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP, explains what you should put in a privacy notice and when you need to give one.
Minimum Unit Pricing arrives in Scotland
Minimum Unit Pricing has been a long time coming. And it probably means paying more for some of your alcoholic drinks.
Law Society Council proposes 2.7% increase in practising certificate fee
Proposed practising certificate fee increase is the first for nine years.
Engagement and law degrees - why it's important
Ross Wilson, fourth year LLB student at Glasgow Caledonian University and Joint Director of their Law Clinic discusses how his involvement with the clinic has complemented his studies
#LawscotTour
Trains, planes and automobiles - and that’s just the start of the upcoming road trip featuring our president and our newest colleagues in the member services engagement team!
Take part in developing the future route to qualification as a solicitor
Solicitors and academics have the opportunity to feed into a review of legal education and the future of the route to qualification.
Why did we choose to report our pay gap?
Some of you may have noticed that we chose to report our pay gap even though we were not obliged to by the legislation. Head of Education Policy, Rob Marrs explains why.
Becoming a solicitor - the long way round
Paul Nevin, Senior Solicitor at Moray Council, discusses his alcoholism and belated entry to the legal profession.
Legal complaints costs to rise despite falling numbers
The Scottish Legal Complaints Commission has confirmed plans for an above inflation increase in its 2018-19 budget, despite the falling number of eligible complaints against Scottish solicitors.
Rising Star Award celebrates in-house talent
Nominations are now open for the 2018 Law Society of Scotland In-house Rising Star award.
Innovation Cup 2018
A new competition has been launched to tap in to the expertise of the Scottish legal community and improve risk management across the profession.
Important changes to our email updates
We want to keep our members up to date with the latest practice updates, changes to legislation, legal news, CPD training courses and more.
Take your seat at the table and join our Council to represent new lawyers
Olivia Parker, Careers Development Officer, tells NQs and admitted trainees why they should apply for the current position of Council Rep for New Lawyers and join the Law Society's decision-making body.
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.
Sowing the seeds of successful future leaders
Olivia Parker, Careers Development Officer at the Law Society, talks about how best to invest in your junior workforce to boost morale and grow a committed, highly-skilled next generation of leaders.
Criminal procedure reforms - impact on statements
Criminal procedure reforms, following the implementation of Lord Carloway review recommendations, will impact on solicitors advising clients accused of a criminal offence.
Scottish solicitors rank regulatory role top priority for professional body
The Law Society of Scotland should continue to be responsible for representation, support and regulation of solicitors in Scotland, according to 95% of Scottish solicitors interviewed in a recent survey.