GDPR new year new guidance

The consequences of leaving the European Union, Scotland’s international role in promoting the rule of law and what judges discuss behind the scenes are among the topics that will feature at this year’s flagship Law Society of Scotland conference.

GDPR new year new guidance

In his latest piece, Rob Marrs, senior policy and development manager at the Society, answers questions regarding pension auto-enrolment for trainee solicitors.

GDPR new year new guidance

A brother and sister from Stirling have been admitted as Scottish solicitors on the same day.

GDPR new year new guidance

Children could lose out under new proposals to change the rules of intestacy, the Law Society of Scotland has said today.

GDPR new year new guidance

The Department of Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) has called for evidence to review the impact and effectiveness of the current anti-money laundering and terrorist finance regime.

GDPR new year new guidance

Our response to the opening of two new sheriff courts today, 22 September.

GDPR new year new guidance

The Society has raised concerns that proposals to legislate for a ‘duty of candour’ in healthcare could duplicate existing processes

GDPR new year new guidance

The Law Society of Scotland has welcomed new Scottish Government regulations on legal aid funding of summary appeals in Scotland.

GDPR new year new guidance

The Law Society of Scotland has welcomed the Scottish Parliament Justice Committee’s decision today to reject new regulations on legal aid funding for summary appeals in Scotland.

GDPR new year new guidance

We’ve been made aware of a scam where members of the public have received emails claiming to be from solicitors, providing false bank account details.

GDPR new year new guidance

Voting is now open for the Law Society of Scotland’s Council by-election and solicitors in Edinburgh are being encouraged to make the most of their vote.

GDPR new year new guidance

Law Society of Scotland Registered Paralegals can now make use of a free, confidential support and advice service for legal professionals.