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The UK should maintain links with Europe's police
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
Graham Matthews nominated to be next Law Society President
Nominations for vice president-elect announced
Law Society launches Christmas charity campaign
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
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.
SLCC annual report shows rise in complaints
The Law Society comments on the figures from the Scottish Legal Complaints Commission annual report for 2015-16
Development opportunity for experienced solicitors
Experienced members of the legal profession are being invited to sign up as mentors to offer guidance and support to trainee solicitors.
Scottish pupils to debate banning referendums in national competition
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.
Consolidating hate crime legislation would bring clarity
In advance of a Scottish Parliament debate on eradicating hate crime and prejudice, today, Wednesday, 9 November, the Law Society...
Article 50 High Court judgement demonstrates judicial independence
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
30 key projects highlighted in Law Society of Scotland 2016/17 annual plan
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
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.
November 2016 Lawscot News
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our November 2016 Lawscot News
