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The UK should maintain links with Europe's police

29th November 2016 | Law Society news
The Society has responded to the House of Lords EU Home Affairs Sub-Committee's Inquiry on the future of EU-UK security and police co-operation

New anti-money laundering risk assessment form available to firms

28th November 2016
As part of our ongoing work to refresh the anti-money laundering (AML) resources we make available to the profession, we have recently added an example ‘AML Risk Assessment Form’, which can be downloaded and used by member firms.

Graham Matthews nominated to be next Law Society President

25th November 2016 | Law Society news
Nominations for vice president-elect announced

Law Society launches Christmas charity campaign

24th November 2016 | Law Society news
The Law Society of Scotland has launched a Christmas campaign for its new charity, the Lawscot Foundation, today, Thursday 24 November.

Law Society members survey

24th November 2016 | Law Society news
Each year the Law Society works with Ipsos MORI to carry out research with our members. The 2016 research commences on Monday 28 November 2016.

How to manage stress at exam time

24th November 2016 | New lawyers , Schools , Wellbeing
Katy Forrest, a third year LLB student at the University of Stirling, discusses various techniques law students can use to deal with stress.

SLCC annual report shows rise in complaints

23rd November 2016 | Law Society news
The Law Society comments on the figures from the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission annual report for 2015-16

What it’s like to do an in-house traineeship

18th November 2016 | In-house lawyers , New lawyers
Gavin Smith, a first year trainee at Standard Life, explains some of the different features of an in-house traineeship.

Trainee blog - Gavin Smith

18th November 2016 | New lawyers , In-house lawyers
Gavin Smith, a first year trainee at Standard Life, explains some of the different features of an in-house traineeship.

Development opportunity for experienced solicitors

16th November 2016 | Law Society news
Experienced members of the legal profession are being invited to sign up as mentors to offer guidance and support to trainee solicitors.

Brussels Agenda - November 2016

15th November 2016 | International
The latest news from the Law Societies' Brussels Office.

St Andrew’s Day dinner and ceilidh

12th November 2016
We held our flagship London St Andrew's event on Friday 11 November and were delighted so many of our members could attend.

Premium credit instalment facility tender

11th November 2016
The Society has issued a tender seeking to identify a premium credit provider who will be able to provide an efficient and cost effective service to firms wishing to use such a facility to fund their professional indemnity insurance premium costs.

Scottish Courts and Tribunals wifi update

11th November 2016
We’re currently working with the Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS) to evaluate free wifi access for our members in courts across Scotland.

Scottish pupils to debate banning referendums in national competition

10th November 2016 | Law Society news
Pupils from schools across Scotland are preparing to debate the pros and cons of holding referendums when they take to the floor for the opening rounds of the Law Society of Scotland’s annual debating tournament.

Fake law firm calling itself 'Law TPM & Associates’

10th November 2016 | Fraud alerts , For the public
We’re aware of scam involving a fake law firm calling itself ‘Law TPM & Associates’, who have issued correspondence relating to legal services they claim to offer.

Consolidating hate crime legislation would bring clarity

9th November 2016 | Law Society news

What employers of legal professionals can do to help staff with dyslexia

7th November 2016 | Equality and diversity
Dyslexia Awareness Week takes place from 7-12 November and this year’s theme ‘Dyslexia: did you know…?’ opens up discussions about how much organisations really understand about dyslexia, how it affects their staff and the support that’s available.

Article 50 High Court judgement demonstrates judicial independence

5th November 2016 | Law Society news
Law Society President Eilidh Wiseman and Dean of the Faculty of Advocates Gordon Jackson QC jointly commented on the High Court judgement on the role of the UK Parliament in invoking Article 50

Why you should keep an open mind when starting the diploma

3rd November 2016 | New lawyers , Schools
Ryan McLaughlin, who’s currently studying the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Glasgow, explains why those entering into the diploma should be open minded about which subjects they choose.

Law reform round up November 2016

2nd November 2016 | Research and policy
Scottish Court Fees, the human rights implications of Brexit, brain injury and offending, and more.

30 key projects highlighted in Law Society of Scotland 2016/17 annual plan

1st November 2016 | Law Society news
The Law Society of Scotland has published its annual plan for 2016/17 featuring 30 key projects aimed at delivering year two of the Law Society’s five year strategy, Leading Legal Excellence.

Law Society launches Brexit seminar series

1st November 2016 | Law Society news
The Law Society of Scotland will be hosting the first of a series of Brexit-themed seminars on Thursday 3 November with an expert panel from the Scottish legal profession and academic community.

How getting involved in debating can change your life

1st November 2016 | New lawyers , Schools
Our Head of Education Rob Marrs explains how getting involved in debating, whether as a competitor or judge, can be incredibly rewarding. And more importantly, he explains how to win a debate.
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