Professional Practice Update - December 2017
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
We are asking the legal profession and interested stakeholders for their views on the law providing rights for cohabitants.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
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.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
Philip Hall, Legal Counsel at RBS, shares what his recent move in-house has taught him about the importance of vision, strategy and coaching.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
Proposed rule changes which aim to improve the solicitor advocate application process and continuing quality assurance, remain under consideration and accordingly the proposed CPD requirement will not go ahead in the 2018/19 practice year.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
We have been informed of suspicious emails sent to law firms looking very similar to a genuine LMS Charge Registration email.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
As of the 2018-19 CPD year, which begins on 1 November, Scottish solicitors will be required to include a minimum of one hour ‘risk management’ CPD as part of their annual 20 hours training.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
You can read our response to the report published today, 23 October, on regulating legal services in Scotland.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
A new AML Certificate is to be introduced for law firms to strengthen AML procedures and meet the requirements of the 2017 Money Laundering Regulations.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
Arlene Gibbs, solicitor at Aberdeenshire Council and member of the In-house Lawyers' Committee, reflects on how getting more active on LinkedIn has helped to expand her network and bring a new dimension to her professional relationships.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
We are leading a delegation of Scotland-based legaltech companies on a trade mission to Zurich and Vienna.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
Our Head of Engagement, Katie McKenna, writes about what we can do to show we value and respect the people around us.
Professional Practice Update - December 2017
Ahead of our annual conference, DLA Piper’s John McKinlay reflects on why the last year has seen momentum grow for legal technology adoption.
