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More stars to rise as in-house solicitors’ award expands
The Law Society of Scotland has expanded its prestigious In-house Rising Star Award with a new category to recognise trainees, in addition to spotlighting newly qualified solicitors.
Law Society crowns Cameron Ramage 2024’s In-House Rising Star
An early-career solicitor for a global technology company has been crowned the Law Society of Scotland’s 2024 In-House Rising Star.
Law Society spotlights five in-house solicitors as shortlist for award is announced
Five in-house solicitors have been announced as finalists for this 2024's In-House Rising Star Award.
Time to spotlight Scotland's in-house rising stars as 2024 award launches
The Law Society of Scotland is looking to spotlight Scotland’s newest in-house talent as they launch 2024’s In-House Rising Star award.
Christopher Knudsen wins 2023 In-House Rising Star Award
An early-career solicitor for a company focused on reducing food waste has been awarded the Law Society of Scotland’s 2023 In-House Rising Star Award.
In-House Rising Star Award heats up with shortlist announced
Four up-and-coming Scottish solicitors have been shortlisted as finalists for this year’s In-House Rising Star Award.
The judging panel will now select a final winner to be announced by Law Society of Scotland President Sheila Webster at the Society’s In-house Annual Conference on 20 June, 2023.
Time to shine for Scotland's in-house rising stars as 2023 award launches
It’s time for the best junior in-house solicitors in Scotland to shine, as the Law Society of Scotland has launched its In-House Rising Star Award for 2023.
Susan Murray confirmed as President-elect for 2024/25
NHS in-house solicitor Susan Murray has been named as the Law Society of Scotland’s President-elect for 2024/25.
The 2022 In-House Rising Star winner announced
Mariel Kaney, Deputy Legal Secretary to the Lord President’s Private Office has been named the winner of the Law Society of Scotland’s In-House Rising Star Award 2022.
Two Shortlisted for the In-House Rising Star Award 2022
The annual Law Society of Scotland In-House Rising Star Award is back, and two Scottish solicitors have been shortlisted for this year’s award from six nominations.
Angus wins 2021 In-house Rising Star Award
In-house solicitor Angus Niven has been crowned as the Society's in-house rising star of 2021.
Two shortlisted for In-house Rising Star Award 2021
Two solicitors have been shortlisted for the Law Society of Scotland In-house Rising Star Award 2021 in recognition of their work as in-house lawyers.
Diversity and inclusion on the agenda for Scotland’s in-house lawyers
In-house solicitors are set to hear from expert speakers and panellists covering a range of topics, including the impact of Covid-19, wellbeing and sustainability, at the online In-house Annual Conference on 16 and 17 June. The winner of this year's In-house Rising Star Award will also be announced.
Nominations open for In-House Rising Star Award 2021
Do you know an up-and-coming in-house legal star? Nominations are now open for the 2021 In-House Rising Star Award.
Law Society publishes new guide on setting up in-house
The Society has published a helpful new guide on setting up an in-house team for the first time in an organisation
RBS solicitor named as In-house Rising Star Award Winner 2020
RBS solicitor Marliese Perks has been named Law Society of Scotland In-house Rising Star Award winner for 2020.
Five finalists shortlisted for In-house Rising Star Award 2020
Five newly qualified, in-house solicitors have been shortlisted for the Society's In-house Rising Star Award 2020. Read more about this year's award finalists.
In-house legal teams prove their value during pandemic
Recent surveys we have carried out highlight that organisations are increasingly turning to their in-house legal professionals to support them with meeting their legal and regulatory obligations during the coronavirus outbreak.
Tells us your views on in-house traineeships
In-house solicitors are invited take part in focus groups to share their views on in-house traineeships.
Glasgow lawyer John Frame announced as 2019 In-house Rising Star winner
Glasgow-based solicitor John Frame has been announced as the Society's 2019 In-house Rising Star winner
2019 In-house Rising Star Award finalists
Five newly qualified, in-house solicitors have been shortlisted for the 2019 Law Society of Scotland In-house Rising Star Award.
Council election rounds sees new and familiar faces and co-conveners elected to the In-house Lawyers Committee
One brand new member and four familiar faces have been elected by their peers to join the Law Society of Scotland’s Council, in the latest round of contested elections.
Glasgow and in-house solicitors voting open for Council seats
Voting is open for the Law Society of Scotland Glasgow & Strathkelvin constituency and for the In-house Lawyers Committee (ILC) convener elections, with all Glasgow and in-house solicitors being encouraged to make the most of their vote.
Career development mentoring - is it for you?
Nadine Martin, an associate in the family law team at Harper Macleod, explains why she wanted to become a mentor within the profession and tells us about the training required to do so.