✍️ How can the legal profession create more accessible routes into practice? In our latest blog, Emma McCutcheon reflects on her own non-traditional route into law and the importance of supporting diverse career pathways into the profession 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

John Reilly's legal career started with an unexpected conversation after completing a philosophy degree and led to a distinguished in-house career. In our latest blog, John shares the insights and career lessons he has learned from his time in the profession 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Diversity continues to grow across the Scottish solicitor profession, our latest research shows, offering a key insight into the make-up of today’s Scottish legal profession and emerging trends. Read the full report here: www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Today, we're proud to release the Safe Conversations Toolkit, designed to support everyone across the Scottish legal sector to navigate conversations about behavioural change, stress and substance use. Explore the toolkit in full here: www.lawscot.org.uk/members/cpd-...

Happy Bi Visibility Day! Every 23 September, we celebrate our bisexual members and the wider bi community. It’s also an important opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges many bi people continue to face and to stand together against biphobia.

⏳ 1 day left! Deciding to join a Law Society of Scotland committee is choosing to make a difference. Whether you’re a solicitor, student, or lay member, volunteering opens doors to leadership, learning, and lasting impact. Don’t miss your chance to contribute www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

As Yom Kippur begins this evening, we wish all our Jewish friends a meaningful and easy fast on this most holy day. G’mar chatima tova.

Have you ever considered volunteering for one of our committees? 🤔 Volunteering is more than just giving back to the profession. It's an opportunity to expand your network, develop new skills, share your expertise and help shape the future of the legal sector. www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

Looking to expand your network, develop new skills, and make a lasting impact on the profession? Hear directly from our committee members about why getting involved has been such a rewarding part of their professional journey. Apply by Tuesday 22 Sep ➡️ www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

Convener of our Immigration and Asylum Committee, Roddy Gibb tells you everything you need to know about his experience on the Committee in this quick-read Q&A. ⌛ Find out more and submit your application by close of business Tuesday 22 September 2026. 👇 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Shanah Tovah to all our Jewish members, colleagues and friends celebrating over the weekend! We wish you a sweet and blessed new year. Learn more about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, here: www.chabad.org/library/arti...

Debate registration for 2026/27 is now open! 📣 If you would like to register a team for our annual Donald Dewar Memorial Debate Tournament, applications are now open until 29 September 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/qualifying-a...

We have been alerted by a number of members that they have received an email purporting to be from the Law Society of Scotland and inviting them to reply. 📩 Find out more and make sure you’re protected against cybercrime. 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

We can confirm the timeline for a pivotal transformation in the regulation of the Scottish legal sector - introducing business-level regulation for 1,200 law firms - has been approved. Find out more here 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

If you have a passion for Scottish pensions law and policy we want to hear from you. Alistair Hill, past committee convener explains this important opportunity and why you should apply to become the next convener of our Pensions Law Committee. Find out more. www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Are you a solicitor or trainee in Scotland and want to mentor future legal talent? The Lawscot Foundation would love to hear from you ⬇️ Applications close on Wednesday 26 August at 12 noon www.lawscotfoundation.org.uk/support-us/b...

Congratulations to the four new solicitors advocates introduced to the court in Edinburgh yesterday. They now have extended rights of audience to appear in the Court of Session, the UK Supreme Court and the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council. www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

July is Disability Pride Month - a chance to celebrate people with disabilities, stand up for their rights and challenge attitudes. Find out why this month is more important than ever and what non-disabled people and employers can do to support. 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Did you know there are many hidden benefits to mentoring? You might assume mentees get the most out of the experience, but as our Careers and Outreach Officer, Chris Harris, outlines in his new blog, there is much to gain as a mentor too. www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

We believe the time is right for the Scottish Government to honour its commitment to hold a public consultation on the Lord Advocate's dual role. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

🗣️ Children and young people need lawyers who ensure their voices are heard and their rights are respected. Developed with Clan Childlaw, our Lawyers for Children Certification Course helps solicitors build a child-centred approach to practice. Learn more ⬇️ www.lawscot.org.uk/members/cpd-...

🎉Congratulations to our new and returning members who take up their seats on the Society's Council following recent elections and by-elections. 👏 👏 We're looking forward to working with you! ▶️ www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Happy World Humanist Day to all those celebrating! Marked each year on the summer solstice, today seeks to spread awareness of humanism, a non-religious approach to life based on ethics, reason and science. Find out more here 👉 www.humanism.scot/2023/12/11/w...

Join us on 29 July for a lunchtime webinar discussing how neurodiversity shapes everyday workplace experiences and what you can do to cultivate a more inclusive environment. Register now 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Women Who Work supports women in professional services to return to work after maternity leave. Meet the Scottish team, Kirsten Partridge and Mhoraig Blair, and find out more here 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

📣 Our office is closed on Thursday, 11 June for all staff training and will reopen at 9am on Friday, 12 June. You can find details for Scottish solicitors - www.lawscot.org.uk/find-a-solic... Additional information and contact details - www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/con...

🌍 Registration is now open for the 2026 IBA Annual Conference in Copenhagen! #IBACopenhagen 🇩🇰 ⚖️Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate & be inspired in one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities. 🗓️4-9 Oct 🌍Copenhagen Register➡️ https://t.co/ZJC7ZhuAEt

⚖️ Can employers still take disciplinary action where concerns about conduct may be linked to neurodivergence? Join us for a practical update on disability discrimination and the challenges employers face when navigating allegations of misconduct. Book now ⬇️ www.lawscot.org.uk/members/cpd-...

Employment Law Update: Understanding Disability Discrimination

Donna Reynolds, Legal Director at Kennedys, will look at this emerging area of employment law and discuss how employers should respond to allegations of misconduct that can be linked to neurodivergenc...

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This Pride month, we're proud to partner with LGBT Health and Wellbeing charity for an in-person event focused on mental health and wellbeing through the lens of LGBTQ+ experiences. Register your spot now 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Happy Pride Month! We mark this as a time for celebration and reflection, on progress made and the ongoing push for equality. We stand with our LGBTQ+ members, friends and allies to champion and support a more inclusive and diverse legal profession, where all are welcome and can thrive.