The Mark Williams Foundation, founded by Nicola Williams, widow of the late NWH Group chief executive Mark Williams, has announced a partnership with Johnson Legal Family Law to provide legal support for financially disadvantaged fathers striving to maintain relationships with their children. By joi
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Eoin Jackson analyses the ICJ's landmark climate change opinion. On Wednesday this week, the International court of Justice (ICJ) released its landmark Advisory Opinion on states' obligations in respect of climate change. An Advisory Opinion is a non-binding opinion provided by the ICJ which clarifi
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A complex and compelling figure of the 19th century, Sir Archibald Alison was many things; a criminal lawyer, prolific historian, High Tory political thinker, and staunch upholder of law and order in turbulent times. Born to Rev. Archibald Alison and Dorothea Gregory - herself a former companion of
The Aberdeen office of Balfour and Manson has promoted personal injury solicitor, Diana Mackenzie to associate. Ms Mackenzie joined the firm’s Aberdeen personal injury team as a legal executive in 2009. She went on to complete the Certificate of Performance in Specialist Paralegal Studies in R
The Law Society of Scotland has granted extended rights of audience to five new solicitor advocates in a ceremony held yesterday. At the Court of Session, Law Society president Patricia Thom invited Lord Richardson to administer the declaration of allegiance.
Renewable energy practitioners, academics and policy-makers gathered at the University of Aberdeen for an event focused on advancing community-led energy initiatives in the region. Community Renewables in the North East of Scotland: Looking Back, Moving Forward, held on 27 June, explored how communi
Gillespie Macandrew has announced the appointment of Frank Blin CBE as its new chair. He takes on the role from Michael Shaw, who retires after a three-year term in the position during which the firm has seen significant growth.
Former Irish president Mary Robinson has been awarded an honorary doctorate of laws by the University of Strathclyde. Mrs Robinson received the honour during Strathclyde Law School’s summer graduation ceremony, in recognition of her lifetime commitment to defending the rights of marginalised c
Gilson Gray has appointed Monika Haidar as partner to lead its residential conveyancing practice in London. She brings over a decade of experience in residential property and inward investment, with a strong focus on the London market. She has advised overseas clients and played a key role in facili
First Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to the eight Scottish recipients of The Elizabeth Emblem. The emblem is awarded posthumously to family members of those who died in public service. It is the civilian equivalent of the Elizabeth Cross, which recognises members of the UK Armed Forces who d
Professor David Garland, one of the world’s most influential criminologists, was awarded an honorary doctor of laws by the University of Edinburgh on Tuesday, in recognition of his contributions to the study of punishment and social regulation. An Edinburgh Law School graduate, Professor Garla
Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain KC has defended the presumption against prosecuting children accused of rape amid a call for offenders under 16 to be treated as adults. Appearing before Holyrood's Public Petitions Committee yesterday, Ms Bain defended the Crown Office's policy of offering "diversion" as
Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) has bolstered its ranks with the appointment of 10 new staff members. Eight of the new starts are fee-earning legal staff, working across WJM’s offices.
