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Investigatory Powers Bill could breach client confidentiality and break EU law
The Law Society of Scotland has warned that despite moves to protect client communications with solicitors, the UK Government’s Investigatory Powers Bill could still fall short.
April 2016 Bulletin
Read the latest news from the Scottish legal profession in our April 2016 Bulletin
New Employment Tribunal system must preserve public recognition and respect
The Law Society of Scotland has raised a number of concerns about Scottish Government proposals for devolution of the Employment Tribunal system in Scotland.
Legal Aid video highlights importance of funding access to justice
The Society's latest video highlights the importance of legal aid in ensuring access to justice for all.
Local solicitors wanted for Law Society Council
Nominations are open from 6 April – 27 April for solicitors hoping to join the Law Society of Scotland’s decision making body.
Law Society survey of solicitors finds increase in optimism
Optimism among Scotland’s solicitors continues to rise, research carried out by the Law Society has found. The annual survey of...
Vulnerable adult protections need urgent review
The Society says major changes to the law are required to protect adults with incapacity
Property Tax Update: The LBTT Additional Dwelling Supplement
An email sent to residential property, commercial property, personal tax and corporate tax solicitors today, 1 April 2016
New and prospective lawyers’ opinions wanted for Law Society of Scotland survey
The Law Society of Scotland is seeking feedback from law students, trainees and new lawyers on the support and services provided for trainee solicitors in Scotland and how they could be improved.
Law Society urges legal complaints body to focus on its core role
The Society has urged the SLCC to focus on its statutory core functions following publication of its draft strategy, budget and annual plan.
Law Society proposes new legislation to protect consumers and grow legal services
New legislation is needed to better protect consumers and allow the Scottish legal services market to thrive, says the Law Society.
New solicitors admitted at Law Society Admission Ceremony
62 new solicitors were admitted to the profession at the Law Society of Scotland’s latest Admission Ceremony which took place on Friday 18 March 2016 at the Signet Library in Edinburgh.
