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Law Society launches online mental health resource to support legal professionals

We're marking Mental Health Awareness Week with the launch of a new web-based resource Lawscot Wellbeing.

Public policy highlights

Our policy committees have had a busy month analysing and responding to proposed changes in the law to positively influence the creation of a fairer and more just society.

In-house best practice in 7 easy steps

Olivia Parker, interim Head of engagement for in-house lawyers, gives us her key takeaways from April's in-house best practice course.

2018 Council election voting open

16 solicitors are competing for a total of four seats across three constituencies in the Law Society of Scotland Council elections.

Law Society launches Profile of the Profession research

Take part in our profile of the profession survey to help shape our future equality and diversity work.

Law Society publishes GDPR guide for law firms

The new guide about GDPR and data protection shows the steps solicitors can take to comply with the new EU regulation.

LBTT update - Arrangements satisfactory

An update for property practitioners about their responsibilities in relation to particular Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) requirements.

Scam website - 'Alfred Pizzolante & Co Law Firm'

We have been informed of a fake website using real law firm addresses.

Trainee rates of pay 2018

Trainee solicitors in Scotland should receive a pay increase in 2018/19, according to recommendations made by the Law Society of...

GDPR - Privacy notices

Angus MacLeod, partner at Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP, explains what you should put in a privacy notice and when you need to give one.

Minimum Unit Pricing arrives in Scotland

Minimum Unit Pricing has been a long time coming. And it probably means paying more for some of your alcoholic drinks.

Law Society Council proposes 2.7% increase in practising certificate fee

Proposed practising certificate fee increase is the first for nine years.