Law Society of Scotland
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The Law Society of Scotland is the professional body for more than 13,000 Scottish solicitors.
We're delighted to announce that seven new members will join the Law Society of Scotland’s Council this month, with representation doubling for new lawyers and solicitors working overseas. Find out more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
November 11, 2025 at 4:25 PM
We're delighted to announce that seven new members will join the Law Society of Scotland’s Council this month, with representation doubling for new lawyers and solicitors working overseas. Find out more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
The full report of our thematic review of suspicious activity reports (SARs) is out now, full of valuable, practical insights to help members submit high-quality SARs. We urge all those involved in compliance to read the report and reflect on its findings. 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 28, 2025 at 2:40 PM
The full report of our thematic review of suspicious activity reports (SARs) is out now, full of valuable, practical insights to help members submit high-quality SARs. We urge all those involved in compliance to read the report and reflect on its findings. 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Legal aid solicitors know that access to justice is a vital cornerstone of a fair society.
Read more about the legal aid crisis and sign our pledge to show your support 👉https://bit.ly/4hB0okX
Read more about the legal aid crisis and sign our pledge to show your support 👉https://bit.ly/4hB0okX
October 25, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Legal aid solicitors know that access to justice is a vital cornerstone of a fair society.
Read more about the legal aid crisis and sign our pledge to show your support 👉https://bit.ly/4hB0okX
Read more about the legal aid crisis and sign our pledge to show your support 👉https://bit.ly/4hB0okX
We are frustrated and disappointed at the UK Government's proposal to remove our role as an anti-money laundering supervisory body, and believe law firms and consumers of legal services in Scotland will pay the price.
Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 21, 2025 at 11:27 AM
We are frustrated and disappointed at the UK Government's proposal to remove our role as an anti-money laundering supervisory body, and believe law firms and consumers of legal services in Scotland will pay the price.
Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Happy Bandi Chhor Divas to all our Sikh members, colleagues and friends! May the Day of Liberation bring you hope, happiness and prosperity. 🙌
October 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Happy Bandi Chhor Divas to all our Sikh members, colleagues and friends! May the Day of Liberation bring you hope, happiness and prosperity. 🙌
Wishing a joyful and bright Diwali to all those who celebrate across the Scottish legal profession! As the Festival of Lights begins, may it be filled with blessings and love.
#Diwali #FestivalOfLights
#Diwali #FestivalOfLights
October 20, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Wishing a joyful and bright Diwali to all those who celebrate across the Scottish legal profession! As the Festival of Lights begins, may it be filled with blessings and love.
#Diwali #FestivalOfLights
#Diwali #FestivalOfLights
Today is World Menopause Day. Women make up over half of all Scottish solicitors, so it's vital we raise awareness of and break the stigma around menopause. Our fully updated menopause guide is live, offering advice and resources for firms and members. www.lawscot.org.uk/research-and...
October 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Today is World Menopause Day. Women make up over half of all Scottish solicitors, so it's vital we raise awareness of and break the stigma around menopause. Our fully updated menopause guide is live, offering advice and resources for firms and members. www.lawscot.org.uk/research-and...
For October's Black History Month, our committee member Abel Aboh invites us to reimagine what inclusion, innovation, and leadership mean in today’s Scotland. Read his blog here 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
For October's Black History Month, our committee member Abel Aboh invites us to reimagine what inclusion, innovation, and leadership mean in today’s Scotland. Read his blog here 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder to pause, reflect, and take steps to protect your wellbeing. LawCare (lawcare.org.uk/) and Lawscot Wellbeing (www.lawscot.org.uk/members/well...) are here with resources and help whenever you need it. Please reach out if you need support.
October 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder to pause, reflect, and take steps to protect your wellbeing. LawCare (lawcare.org.uk/) and Lawscot Wellbeing (www.lawscot.org.uk/members/well...) are here with resources and help whenever you need it. Please reach out if you need support.
That’s a wrap on this year's #LawscotConf! Judge Victoria Pratt shared powerful stories from her experiences in the courtroom, followed by closing words from President Patricia Thom. Huge thanks to all our speakers, exhibitors and delegates for making the past four days such a success.
October 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
That’s a wrap on this year's #LawscotConf! Judge Victoria Pratt shared powerful stories from her experiences in the courtroom, followed by closing words from President Patricia Thom. Huge thanks to all our speakers, exhibitors and delegates for making the past four days such a success.
This afternoon at #LawscotConf, Karl McAree from our cyber-risk partners Mitigo shared expert advice on strengthening cyber resilience, followed by Denovo’s Steven Hill bringing AI into action, showcasing innovation and technology in practice.
October 9, 2025 at 2:14 PM
This afternoon at #LawscotConf, Karl McAree from our cyber-risk partners Mitigo shared expert advice on strengthening cyber resilience, followed by Denovo’s Steven Hill bringing AI into action, showcasing innovation and technology in practice.
Insightful morning at #LawscotConf as we explored wellbeing and mental health in the profession, followed by a lively speed showcase and sessions on regulation and AML. A distinguished panel of experts then reflected on solicitors’ role in upholding the rule of law and public confidence.
October 9, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Insightful morning at #LawscotConf as we explored wellbeing and mental health in the profession, followed by a lively speed showcase and sessions on regulation and AML. A distinguished panel of experts then reflected on solicitors’ role in upholding the rule of law and public confidence.
We have called out comments made this week by the UK shadow justice secretary, and the increasing prevalence of rhetoric designed to undermine the independence of the judiciary. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
October 9, 2025 at 10:18 AM
We have called out comments made this week by the UK shadow justice secretary, and the increasing prevalence of rhetoric designed to undermine the independence of the judiciary. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
A huge welcome to day 4 of #LawscotConf! Our chair Rona Dougall and chief executive Ben Kemp kicked things off, followed by keynote speaker Guy Beringer CBE KC, who explored how ethical responsibility underpins business success for law firms.
October 9, 2025 at 9:48 AM
A huge welcome to day 4 of #LawscotConf! Our chair Rona Dougall and chief executive Ben Kemp kicked things off, followed by keynote speaker Guy Beringer CBE KC, who explored how ethical responsibility underpins business success for law firms.
Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, begins this evening and ends tomorrow night. We extend our best wishes to our Jewish members, colleagues, and friends observing this holiest day. Tzom kal (an easy fast) and g’mar chatima tovah (a good final sealing).
October 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, begins this evening and ends tomorrow night. We extend our best wishes to our Jewish members, colleagues, and friends observing this holiest day. Tzom kal (an easy fast) and g’mar chatima tovah (a good final sealing).
October is Black History Month in the UK, with the theme for 2025 being 'Standing Firm in Power and Pride'. We encourage our members and colleagues to learn more about great Black Britons both past and present, including those featured in this resource: www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/section/bhm-...
October 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
October is Black History Month in the UK, with the theme for 2025 being 'Standing Firm in Power and Pride'. We encourage our members and colleagues to learn more about great Black Britons both past and present, including those featured in this resource: www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/section/bhm-...
Happy Bi Visibility Day! Marked on 23 September each year, we take this opportunity to celebrate all our bisexual members and the wider bi community, to raise awareness of the issues many still face and to stand against biphobia.
#BiVisibilityDay #BiVisibility
#BiVisibilityDay #BiVisibility
September 23, 2025 at 8:55 AM
Happy Bi Visibility Day! Marked on 23 September each year, we take this opportunity to celebrate all our bisexual members and the wider bi community, to raise awareness of the issues many still face and to stand against biphobia.
#BiVisibilityDay #BiVisibility
#BiVisibilityDay #BiVisibility
Shanah tovah to all our Jewish members, colleagues and friends celebrating over the next two days!
Find out more about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, here: bbc.in/46NGYWe
Find out more about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, here: bbc.in/46NGYWe
September 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Shanah tovah to all our Jewish members, colleagues and friends celebrating over the next two days!
Find out more about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, here: bbc.in/46NGYWe
Find out more about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, here: bbc.in/46NGYWe
“Lay members make a real difference… every skillset brings value, and every voice is heard.” — Paul Faris
⏳ Just a couple of days left! Committee recruitment closes 12 noon, 24 Sept.
👉 Apply now: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
⏳ Just a couple of days left! Committee recruitment closes 12 noon, 24 Sept.
👉 Apply now: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
September 22, 2025 at 10:06 AM
“Lay members make a real difference… every skillset brings value, and every voice is heard.” — Paul Faris
⏳ Just a couple of days left! Committee recruitment closes 12 noon, 24 Sept.
👉 Apply now: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
⏳ Just a couple of days left! Committee recruitment closes 12 noon, 24 Sept.
👉 Apply now: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
The legal aid system is in crisis, making access to justice a postcode lottery.
Legal aid is there to protect the vulnerable, but right now the system itself is out of reach.
Sign our pledge to ensure everyone has equal access to justice: www.lawscot.org.uk/for-the-publ...
Legal aid is there to protect the vulnerable, but right now the system itself is out of reach.
Sign our pledge to ensure everyone has equal access to justice: www.lawscot.org.uk/for-the-publ...
September 20, 2025 at 10:40 AM
The legal aid system is in crisis, making access to justice a postcode lottery.
Legal aid is there to protect the vulnerable, but right now the system itself is out of reach.
Sign our pledge to ensure everyone has equal access to justice: www.lawscot.org.uk/for-the-publ...
Legal aid is there to protect the vulnerable, but right now the system itself is out of reach.
Sign our pledge to ensure everyone has equal access to justice: www.lawscot.org.uk/for-the-publ...
“Serving on Council has been one of the most rewarding and professionally enriching roles of my career.” – Ahsan Mustafa
📖 Read more: www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
🗳️ Nominations are open: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
📖 Read more: www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
🗳️ Nominations are open: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
September 19, 2025 at 12:15 PM
“Serving on Council has been one of the most rewarding and professionally enriching roles of my career.” – Ahsan Mustafa
📖 Read more: www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
🗳️ Nominations are open: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
📖 Read more: www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
🗳️ Nominations are open: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
🙌 Whether you’re a solicitor or not, your skills can make an impact.
We’re recruiting new committee members and conveners to help shape the future of the profession.
📢 Apply today: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
We’re recruiting new committee members and conveners to help shape the future of the profession.
📢 Apply today: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
September 15, 2025 at 1:30 PM
🙌 Whether you’re a solicitor or not, your skills can make an impact.
We’re recruiting new committee members and conveners to help shape the future of the profession.
📢 Apply today: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
We’re recruiting new committee members and conveners to help shape the future of the profession.
📢 Apply today: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 — and so does the legal profession.
Our Technology Law and Practice Committee has tackled everything from electronic signatures in lockdown to today’s challenges with AI and cyber security 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Our Technology Law and Practice Committee has tackled everything from electronic signatures in lockdown to today’s challenges with AI and cyber security 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
September 12, 2025 at 11:05 AM
𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 — and so does the legal profession.
Our Technology Law and Practice Committee has tackled everything from electronic signatures in lockdown to today’s challenges with AI and cyber security 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Our Technology Law and Practice Committee has tackled everything from electronic signatures in lockdown to today’s challenges with AI and cyber security 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
For World Suicide Prevention Day, Lynn Pilkington reflects on where the boundaries lie when giving mental health first aid. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
And, if you need more immediate support, please reach out to LawCare on 0800 279 6888 or The Samaritans on 116 123.
And, if you need more immediate support, please reach out to LawCare on 0800 279 6888 or The Samaritans on 116 123.
September 10, 2025 at 8:30 AM
For World Suicide Prevention Day, Lynn Pilkington reflects on where the boundaries lie when giving mental health first aid. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...
And, if you need more immediate support, please reach out to LawCare on 0800 279 6888 or The Samaritans on 116 123.
And, if you need more immediate support, please reach out to LawCare on 0800 279 6888 or The Samaritans on 116 123.
📝 Part 2 of our Q&A with Paul Faris:
“Becoming a committee member is a great way to hone your skills, build connections & understand the key issues in the profession. I thought I’d join for a year or two — 20 years later, I’m still here.”
👉 Vacancies: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
“Becoming a committee member is a great way to hone your skills, build connections & understand the key issues in the profession. I thought I’d join for a year or two — 20 years later, I’m still here.”
👉 Vacancies: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
September 8, 2025 at 2:05 PM
📝 Part 2 of our Q&A with Paul Faris:
“Becoming a committee member is a great way to hone your skills, build connections & understand the key issues in the profession. I thought I’d join for a year or two — 20 years later, I’m still here.”
👉 Vacancies: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...
“Becoming a committee member is a great way to hone your skills, build connections & understand the key issues in the profession. I thought I’d join for a year or two — 20 years later, I’m still here.”
👉 Vacancies: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...