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Work to promote mutual understanding of the differences in adults with incapacity law across the UK will benefit the public, according to the professional bodies for solicitors north and south of the border. The Law Society of Scotland and the Law Society of England and Wales have jointly developed

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The importance of technology for the future success of smaller legal firms has been underscored at a conference hosted by the Law Society of Scotland. Technology experts and smaller firm owners outlined the potential for technology to improve workplace efficiencies and client interactions while redu

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A resolution on the proposed fee for 2025-26 was passed at the Law Society’s annual general meeting yesterday – with the fee confirmed at £832. Law Society of Scotland President Patricia Thom said: “This is a pivotal time and agreement on the increase to the practising certif

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A survey of Scottish legal aid solicitors has revealed further evidence of a deepening crisis in access to justice, with 41 per cent of respondents either planning to stop legal aid work within two years or unsure whether they will continue. The findings come from a Law Society of Scotland survey of

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Two pupils from Nairn Academy have won this year’s Donald Dewar Memorial Debate Tournament, as the event celebrates its 25th anniversary. The Scottish Parliament hosted the final of the Law Society of Scotland’s tournament last Thursday, as Charlie Holder and Fraser Cordiner won against

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The Law Society of Scotland and the Scottish Association of Law Centres have jointly written to a parliamentary committee examining civil legal aid provision in Scotland to emphasise the urgent need for an increase in legal aid fees. Both legal bodies had previously provided written and verbal evide

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The introduction of a bill aimed at simplifying the law around crofting is a welcome step towards long-awaited and much needed reform, according to the Law Society of Scotland. The Crofting and Scottish Land Court Bill was introduced by the Scottish government this week and proposes to amend the law

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Scottish Borders solicitor Pat Thom brings a wealth of legal experience and a unique international perspective as she takes up the reins as president of the Law Society of Scotland. Ms Thom, who succeeded Susan Murray on Friday, began her legal career in her native Canada as a solicitor and barriste

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Two first-time and three returning members will represent Glasgow solicitors following a contested election for seats on the Law Society of Scotland's governing Council. New Council members Stuart Munro and Ahsan Mustafa will join returning members Amna Ashraf, Austin Lafferty and Gordon Lennox as t

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Lawyers have warned ministers that public inquiries are too secretive, as their costs have soared by nearly £60 million in under a year. The Law Society of Scotland raised concerns about the effectiveness of inquiries, warning that authorities are able to withhold sensitive information.

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The Law Society of Scotland has hailed the signing of a new international treaty offering protection to legal professions and legal professional bodies in recognition of the vital work they do. The UK is one of 17 Council of Europe member states that have now signed the Convention for the Protection

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