Rob Marrs
Rob is responsible for driving the development, management and delivery of education, training and qualifications project work here at the Society as well as heading up our equality and diversity work.
In addition to ensuring the route to qualification, and post-qualification training regime, are world-class, Rob advises the Law Society’s Council and Education & Training Committee on all education matters.
Articles by Rob Marrs:
Putting user experience first benefits us all
Rob Marrs, Head of Education, reflects on the recent Inclusion Scotland conference and asks what difference would it make if we began by asking how can we design processes to make sure everyone can participate.
A New Year but an old challenge - to improve equality and diversity
How are your New Year's resolutions going? Rob Marrs, our Head of Education, has been inspired by the turn of the year to blog on the challenge to improve equality and diversity in the legal profession, and the improvements we can all work towards to make this happen.
Hints and tips for trainees whilst being supervised remotely
Rob Marrs, Head of Education at the Law Society, shares some hints and tips about how trainees can be proactive in getting the most from their remote supervision, as working from home becomes more commonplace.
LGBT+ History Month: Looking back, looking forward
Rob Marrs, Head of Education at the Law Society of Scotland, reflects on the progress made towards equality and inclusion in the legal profession, and the work still to be done.
Terminating training contracts: myth v reality
What happens in the rare occurrences when traineeships go wrong and employers or trainees seek to end the training contract early? Our Head of Education Rob Marrs explains what's involved in the process, why it might (and might not) happen and dispels some common myths.
Giving effective feedback to trainees
Rob Marrs, our Head of Education, looks at the best way to give effective, constructive feedback to a trainee that not only helps them develop, but fosters a strong learning environment.
Some extra guidance for training managers
We recently launched two surveys aimed at better understanding the training process and where things could possibly be improved. This blog is a nod in the direction of travel.
Danger to lawyers at home and abroad must be tackled by us all
On the Day of the Endangered Lawyer, our Head of Education Rob Marrs reflects on the situation in Afghanistan and asks what we can do to help.
Supporting Ukrainian lawyers and forming friendships
Rob Marrs didn't know much about Ukraine when Russia's invasion began, but he's since helped build a sense of community for Ukrainian lawyers seeking sanctuary in Scotland and formed new friendships along the way.
Some employability tips for law students
Our Head of Education Rob Marrs has come up with his six top tips to help law students to kick start their legal careers.
Increasing the pace of disability inclusion
For International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD), our Head of Education Rob Marrs reflects on the work done over the past year to improve disability inclusion.
CPD & Training with Rob Marrs:
Connect with Scottish solicitors based in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and hear from Law Society representatives on topical issues, in particular the recent findings from the Society’s Profile of the Profession 2023.
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