Law Society news
Lobbying proposals need more clarity, Law Society says
Proposals put forward by the Scottish Government for a register of lobbyists need to be clearer and better defined, the Law Society of Scotland said today 27 July.
Law Society launches consultation on client protection fund
A major consultation has been launched on the consumer fund available to clients who fall victim to the dishonesty of Scottish solicitors.
Law Society publishes new guidance for recruiting trainees
The Law Society of Scotland has published recommendations to help employers put in place ‘fair access’ recruitment processes.
Data Retention Act ruling welcomed by the Law Society of Scotland
Responding to today’s High Court ruling that the Data Retention and Investigatory Powers Act (DRIPA) is illegal...
Guidance for members doing business in Greece
The UK Government has issued guidance to businesses following the introduction of temporary capital control measures in Greece.
Member login improvement work
From 10-12 July, the member login section of our website will be unavailable due to scheduled improvements.
In-House Lawyers' Group newsletter - July 2015
The summer 2015 edition of the In-house Lawyers' Group newsletter is out now.
EU referendum - how will it affect you?
Following the UK General Election, it’s clear there will be a referendum on whether the UK should remain a member of the European Union. We want to hear your views.
Scam using the name 'Damian Alden Law Chambers'
We’ve been made aware of a scam where a fraudulent firm of solicitors have copied the website of a genuine firm and are using their names and photographs in an attempt to deceive potential clients.
Protect consumers and cut bureaucracy by devolving estate agency to Scotland, Law Society says
People buying or selling property in Scotland would be better protected if the regulation of estate agency was devolved to the Scottish Parliament, the Law Society of Scotland said today, Monday 6 July.
July 2015 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our July Bulletin.
John O'Donnell appeal hearing
Former solicitor John O’Donnell was admonished at an appeal court hearing today, 1 July 2015.
Professional Practice Updates - July 2015
Following representations by the Property Law Committee, the Keeper has amended her policy in respect of deeds submitted for registration but which do not bear the Title Number of the registered plot to which they relate.
Trainee blog - John Morgan
John Morgan is one of our new trainee bloggers, from Brodies LLP. John grew up in Coatbridge, in North Lanarkshire, and attended the University of Glasgow for his LLB, spending time abroad at the Universities of Toronto, Connecticut and Cagliari.
NQ blog - July 2015: The commercial side of legal practice
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Scottish Arbitration Survey results published
The Scottish Arbitration Survey, a combined initiative of the Law Society of Scotland, the University of Aberdeen and Burness Paull LLP, has issued its first set of results.
The future of the In-House Lawyers’ Group
Following our survey, the Law Society Council made a decision on the future of the ILG.
Law Society welcomes appointment of Colin Lancaster as Chief Executive of the Scottish Legal Aid Board
The Law Society of Scotland has welcomed the news that Colin Lancaster has been appointed the new chief executive of the Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB).
Law Matters - June 2015
Law Matters keeps MSPs and parliamentary staff abreast of the Society's work at the Scottish, UK and European parliaments, highlighting key issues about the justice system and legal profession.
How much should trainee solicitors be paid?
Rob Marrs, senior policy and development manager at the Law Society of Scotland, ponders the age-old questions around trainee pay.
Law Society endorses new anti-money laundering compliance system
An innovative online system to help solicitors meet anti-money laundering (AML) obligations is being launched this month.
Law Society calls for more research into custodial sentencing and better resourced rehabilitation programmes
Releasing prisoners a mere six months before the end of their sentence, is not enough time to reintegrate prisoners into the community and reduce the risk of reoffending, the Law Society of Scotland warned today 22 June.
The Word on the High Street June 2015
The summer edition of the newsletter for all practitioners working in the small and medium sized firms which make up the backbone of the profession.