Journey to the judiciary – what does it take to be a judge?

Location:
Law Society of Scotland
Atria one, 144 Morrison street
Edinburgh
EH3 8EX

Do you have the experience and qualities needed to be a judge? Would a judicial role suit you? How do you successfully make the transition from solicitor to sheriff?

Joining the judiciary is a great opportunity for solicitors who want to take their career in a challenging new direction. This event will bring together members of the judiciary for an interactive panel discussion. Speakers will each give a short introduction explaining their background and how and why they made the transition into the judiciary. We’ll then open to the floor for discussion.

The expert panel will explain more about the application and interview process and information on how to develop a career in the judiciary.

You will have the ability to submit questions for the panel anonymously through our online delegate interaction tool.

At this event you will:

• Gain information on career options within the judiciary
• Understand more about the skills and qualifications you’ll need
• Myth-bust any misconceptions about working in or applying to the judiciary
• Learn about the judicial recruitment process

This event is open to any solicitors who would like to learn about a career in the judiciary, whether you think that might be soon, or perhaps as an option in the future.

Join us in Edinburgh or by remote access from wherever you are. Please indicate your preference to connect remotely during the booking process.

Confirmed speakers

• Nicola Gordon, chair, Judicial Appointments Board for Scotland
• Sheriff Principal Marysia Lewis
• Summary Sheriff Roddy Flinn

Book here