Law Society news archive for July 2017
- Posts in July, 2017
"Whole of governance" approach needed for exiting EU
A "whole of governance" approach is needed following the introduction of the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill, the first of eight Brexit Bills, which sets out how EU-derived law will be incorporated into UK law following the repeal the 1972 European Communities Act on the day of exit.
Glasgow solicitor struck off
Glasgow-based solicitor Alison Greer has been found guilty of professional misconduct and has been struck off the roll of solicitors by the Scottish Solicitors' Discipline Tribunal.
Street Law shortlisted for social mobility award
The Law Society of Scotland’s Street Law project has been shortlisted for an innovation award at the inaugural UK Social Mobility Awards.
July Lawscot News
This month's Lawscot News features the keynote speakers for our 2017 annual conference, our new guide to in-house secondments and much more.
Law reform round up July 2017
Updates on the Child Poverty (Scotland) Bill, the Public consultation on the United Kingdom’s future legal framework for imposing and implementing sanctions and the Draft Court Rules in relation to Protective Expenses Orders.
Photo ID requirements at Glasgow Sheriff Court
Due to a recent review of security across Scottish courts, all regular court users must wear visible photo/ID passes at all times within the Glasgow Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court building.
Solicitor advocates and international members wanted for Law Society Council
Scottish solicitor advocates and Scottish solicitors working overseas can put forward their nominations to join the Law Society of Scotland Council from noon on Wednesday, 12 July 2017.
Letting agent regulations FAQ
With the Scottish Government’s Letting Agent Registration (Scotland) Regulations 2016 coming into 31 January 2018, we have provided our responses to frequently asked questions around the aspects of the regulations which will have the greatest impact on solicitors and their businesses.
Professional Practice Updates - July 2017
With the Scottish Government’s Letting Agent Registration (Scotland) Regulations 2016 coming into effect next year, we have provided our responses to frequently asked questions around the aspects of the regulations which will have the greatest impact on our members and your businesses.
Trainee blog - Susan Currie
Susan Currie, a trainee solicitor at Cloch Solicitors, obtained her LLB from Glasgow Caledonian University and her Diploma from the University of Glasgow. Her traineeship has been based in a boutique corporate firm, focusing on Corporate, Commercial and Civil Litigation. She is due to qualify in August 2017.
NQ blog - July 2017: An exciting future for the profession
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors. He now works at Russels Gibson McCaffrey Solicitors in Glasgow, specialising in all criminal and civil litigation matters.
New date for summer drinks, Midlands network and your vote needed
Summer drinks at Scotland House; Are you based outside of London?; Your Council member needs you!