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Residential Conveyancing Solicitor , Bathgate
We’re looking for a RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCING SOLICITOR to work with our conveyancing team in our Bathgate office. You’ll be a confident communicator who can work well with colleagues and meet demanding client expectations. You’ll be a hard worker who isn’t precious about helping out whatever is required. We have a history of developing and retaining talent (one of our Directors started with...
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Information Governance Officer , Edinburgh
Information Governance Officer, Two permanent roles, 35 hours per week, £38,787 per annum.It is an exciting time to join the Law Society of Scotland. We are building and deploying a new FOI compliance regime and modernising our approach to information governance.We have an opportunity within the Information Governance Team for...
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Executry Paralegal (Maternity Cover with potential to extend) , Bo'ness
About YouYou will ideally have several years’ experience administering executries. Exceptional attention to detail and strong numeracy skills are essential to the role. You will be a self-motivator, capable of hitting the ground running, and someone who is able to work independently, managing your own caseload, including relevant aspects of a tax paying...
Reporter to the Professional Conduct Sub-Committee , Edinburgh
Reporter to the Professional Conduct Sub-Committee, 3 Fixed Term roles (up to 12 months), 35 hours per week, £55,297paIt is an exciting time to join the Law Society of Scotland. Due to an increase in the volume of conduct complaints, we have an opportunity within the Professional Conduct Team for...
Classroom to courtroom — New internship offers aspiring solicitors real-world legal aid criminal defence training
A new internship at Falkirk Public Defence Solicitors’ Office is giving law students real-world experience of legally aided criminal defence work, says the Scottish Legal Aid Board’s Carolyn McLeod.
'A privilege not a fallback' — Dozens of new solicitors admitted to Scottish legal profession
Scotland’s legal sector has formally welcomed 130 new solicitors to the profession at dual admissions ceremonies in central Edinburgh.
60 seconds with… Sharon Connolly, Accredited Paralegal Committee convener
As convener of the Accredited Paralegal Committee, Sharon has developed the Paralegal Practice course with Robert Gordon University (RGU) and expanded the Law Society’s accreditation scheme with her fellow committee members.
Staffing, technology and stress holding back Scotland's small firms despite optimism
A survey of smaller Scottish law firms has found many are upbeat about the future of such legal businesses, despite challenges around areas such as staffing, technology and work-related stress.
How Brodies marked 15 years of consecutive growth with record revenue
Brodies LLP has badged itself as Scotland’s leading law firm, with more than 100 partners and a roster of flagship clients.
June's list of partner promotions, appointments and new hires as Scottish summer brings sunny future
June's list of partner promotions, appointments and new hires as Scottish firms show sector is booming
Snail's Pace — Exciting update for Scottish Legal Walks 2025
"We are delighted to have six Scottish Legal Walks this autumn, including a new Paisley Legal Walk."
'Ripped to shreds' — Inside the movement to open Scottish legal profession to all
Gordon Cairns meets the people running Scottish initiatives that support students from disadvantaged backgrounds who want to study law.
What is the Master Policy? The insurance every Scottish law student and trainee needs to know about
Starting a legal career in Scotland? Let's take a look at the Master Policy insurance for Scottish law firms and Lockton’s role as your broker.
Lawfluencers, Nomads, Reels and Deals — Gen Z and their non-traditional routes into law
Ellie Philpotts explores alternatives to traditional legal structures, such as ‘lawfluencing’, and how they offer practitioners the space to create their own path and build resilience in the profession
Enter the Disruptors — How gen Z is reshaping Scotland's legal profession
Peter Ranscombe explores what members of generation Z are bringing to the profession – and what they expect from their workplaces.
Voices of the Generation — Young lawyers hungry not for money but purpose, relevance and the future
Younger legal minds are bringing interdisciplinary strengths and better work-life expectations to the renowned legal profession in Scotland, reveals Hailey Craig.
Trial Run — My life as a mini-devil and why it changed my fledgling legal career
Bethany Craig pulls back the curtain on the Faculty of Advocates mini-devilling scheme and how it proved a pivotal moment in her career.
Devils' Details — 7 lessons for future mini-devils at the Faculty of Advocates
The mini-devilling scheme is a chance to sharpen skills and try a different kind of career. Here’s how to make it worthwhile.
‘Don’t be afraid’ — Seven senior Scottish lawyers and their advice for students, trainees and the solicitors of the future
Thinking about a career in law in Scotland? You’re not alone in feeling daunted, writes Joshua King, but there is sage counsel to draw upon.
Gender inequality and the 'uncomfortable truth' at the heart of legal profession
A new study, led by Next 100 Years, has shone a light on the prevalence of sex discrimination among the legal profession.
Education past and present — Nairn Academy triumphant at 25th anniversary Dewar debate final
The four teams debated the motion: ‘This house would rather receive an education in the year 2000 than in the year 2025’.
Scottish Legal Awards nominees in full — all 98 nominations ahead of glitzy ceremony
The judges have whittled down scores of entries to the 2025 Scottish Legal Awards to reveal a shortlist.
Anti-Money Laundering Guide — 10 reasons strong leadership is essential from a former managing partner
When it comes to anti-money laundering (AML), a strong compliance culture within a law firm is unquestionably a good thing. The consequences of a failure to comply can be catastrophic to the firm and the individual lawyers responsible – legally, financially and reputationally.
Behind the scenes at Legal Taskmaster and the schooling of future Scottish solicitors
Primary children from Edinburgh and Dundee were put to the test by legal taskmasters in the fun-filled Scottish final of the School Tasking competition.
Meet Ben Kemp — new Law Society of Scotland CEO appointed at 'pivotal moment'
The newly-appointed chief executive officer of the Law Society of Scotland says the legal profession has reached a "pivotal moment" which will shape his tenure.
Why you need to organise your law firm's data more effectively — and how to do it
Why does it help to classify your legal work, experience, knowledge and other information in a law firm, asks Graeme Johnston, a software entrepreneur in the legal sector, and how do you go about it?
Great Expectations — Five steps to managing legal client work in a realistic and achievable way
"We have all had those clients – the ones who are on the phone each day (or even several times a day) for an update, demanding you move mountains to achieve their goal"
How to access 'life-changing' support for aspiring solicitors facing financial and other barriers
The Lawscot Foundation is now accepting applications for support which the charity says can be "life-changing" for aspiring lawyers who are facing barriers to study and practice.