27 January is #HolocaustMemorialDay, marked to remember the millions murdered through genocide in World War Two, Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia and Darfur. It's an opportunity for us all to learn of the past and stand against hatred and prejudice today. Find out more: hmd.org.uk/what-is-holo...

#DayOfTheEndangeredLawyer on 24 January highlights the threat to human rights lawyers and the importance of respect for the rule of law, which is the foundation of a fair and just society. It's vital those in positions of power recognise and uphold it. dayoftheendangeredlawyer.eu/

We’ve set out our key priorities ahead of the 2026 Scottish Election to boost prosperity and provide for fairness and justice for all. Read more bit.ly/4pLNC5 #JusticeMatters

Our President Patricia Thom says today's @scotgov Budget is a bitter blow for legal aid and access to justice in Scotland and fails vulnerable people in need. ▶️https://www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-events/law-society-news/legal-aid-crisis-to-deepen-after-pre-election-budget-blow/?utm_source=Bluesky

MSPs will debate legal aid reform this afternoon following an important inquiry into Civil Legal Assistance in Scotland ▶️Watch the debate at www.scottishparliament.tv/ #LegalAidMatters #AccessToJustice

🎁🎁 We're just about to wrap things up for 2025! 🙌 Wishing a very happy Christmas and New Year to all our members and to everyone in the wider legal sector. 🎄🎄 See you in 2026 🥳 🎉

Law Society of Scotland colleagues have raised a fantastic £12,315.50 for Crossbasket House, which provides much needed accommodation for the families of children being treated at the Glasgow Children's Hospital.❤️ Find out more 👇 www.lawscot.org.uk/CrossbasketH...

Our office will be closed for the festive period from 5pm on Tuesday, 23 December and will re-open for calls and queries at 9am on Monday, 5 January 2026. Find a solicitor here ▶️ www.lawscot.org.uk/find-a-solic... Contact us here ▶️ www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/con...

🎓 Develop your paralegals’ careers with a recognised qualification Our CertHE Paralegal Practice, delivered in partnership with RGU, is designed to help paralegals develop the skills needed to succeed at every stage of their career. 📅 Applications close 12 January👇 www.rgu.ac.uk/study/course...

Hanukkah Sameach (happy Hanukkah) to our Jewish members, colleagues and friends. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with all those affected by the antisemitic terrorist attack in Australia on Sunday. We stand with Jewish people in Scotland and around the world against antisemitism.

The upcoming Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Certificate, covering business conducted across 2025, is to be significantly streamlined, with the submission period now opening in May. Full details will be issued to firms in early 2026. Find out more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

We're delighted to announce that seven new members will join the Law Society of Scotland’s Council this month, with representation doubling for new lawyers and solicitors working overseas. Find out more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Our Annual Plan 2025/26 sets out 16 key projects for the year ahead — from new regulatory measures and AI in legal practice to enhanced member support and legal aid reform. 📢 Read more about our priorities for the year ahead: bit.ly/4qGiuW

Drafted in the aftermath of the Second World War, the European Convention on Human Rights protects fundamental freedoms including the right to life, freedom of thought, conscience and religion, and the right to a fair trial. ⚖️ Find out more about ECHR on this important milestone. 👇

The full report of our thematic review of suspicious activity reports (SARs) is out now, full of valuable, practical insights to help members submit high-quality SARs. We urge all those involved in compliance to read the report and reflect on its findings. 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Legal aid solicitors know that access to justice is a vital cornerstone of a fair society. Read more about the legal aid crisis and sign our pledge to show your support 👉https://bit.ly/4hB0okX

We are frustrated and disappointed at the UK Government's proposal to remove our role as an anti-money laundering supervisory body, and believe law firms and consumers of legal services in Scotland will pay the price. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Happy Bandi Chhor Divas to all our Sikh members, colleagues and friends! May the Day of Liberation bring you hope, happiness and prosperity. 🙌

Wishing a joyful and bright Diwali to all those who celebrate across the Scottish legal profession! As the Festival of Lights begins, may it be filled with blessings and love. #Diwali #FestivalOfLights

Today is World Menopause Day. Women make up over half of all Scottish solicitors, so it's vital we raise awareness of and break the stigma around menopause. Our fully updated menopause guide is live, offering advice and resources for firms and members. www.lawscot.org.uk/research-and...

For October's Black History Month, our committee member Abel Aboh invites us to reimagine what inclusion, innovation, and leadership mean in today’s Scotland. Read his blog here 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder to pause, reflect, and take steps to protect your wellbeing. LawCare (lawcare.org.uk/) and Lawscot Wellbeing (www.lawscot.org.uk/members/well...) are here with resources and help whenever you need it. Please reach out if you need support.

That’s a wrap on this year's #LawscotConf! Judge Victoria Pratt shared powerful stories from her experiences in the courtroom, followed by closing words from President Patricia Thom. Huge thanks to all our speakers, exhibitors and delegates for making the past four days such a success.

This afternoon at #LawscotConf, Karl McAree from our cyber-risk partners Mitigo shared expert advice on strengthening cyber resilience, followed by Denovo’s Steven Hill bringing AI into action, showcasing innovation and technology in practice.

Insightful morning at #LawscotConf as we explored wellbeing and mental health in the profession, followed by a lively speed showcase and sessions on regulation and AML. A distinguished panel of experts then reflected on solicitors’ role in upholding the rule of law and public confidence.

We have called out comments made this week by the UK shadow justice secretary, and the increasing prevalence of rhetoric designed to undermine the independence of the judiciary. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

A huge welcome to day 4 of #LawscotConf! Our chair Rona Dougall and chief executive Ben Kemp kicked things off, followed by keynote speaker Guy Beringer CBE KC, who explored how ethical responsibility underpins business success for law firms.

Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, begins this evening and ends tomorrow night. We extend our best wishes to our Jewish members, colleagues, and friends observing this holiest day. Tzom kal (an easy fast) and g’mar chatima tovah (a good final sealing).

October is Black History Month in the UK, with the theme for 2025 being 'Standing Firm in Power and Pride'. We encourage our members and colleagues to learn more about great Black Britons both past and present, including those featured in this resource: www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk/section/bhm-...

The legal aid crisis will only continue if we stand by and let it. Sign our pledge and share it within your organisations and on your social media platforms so we can push for a better legal aid landscape now. www.lawscot.org.uk/for-the-publ... #LegalAidMatters

24 Hours to Go: Last chance! Committee applications closes tomorrow at 12 noon

Happy Bi Visibility Day! Marked on 23 September each year, we take this opportunity to celebrate all our bisexual members and the wider bi community, to raise awareness of the issues many still face and to stand against biphobia. #BiVisibilityDay #BiVisibility

Shanah tovah to all our Jewish members, colleagues and friends celebrating over the next two days! Find out more about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, here: bbc.in/46NGYWe

“Lay members make a real difference… every skillset brings value, and every voice is heard.” — Paul Faris ⏳ Just a couple of days left! Committee recruitment closes 12 noon, 24 Sept. 👉 Apply now: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

The legal aid system is in crisis, making access to justice a postcode lottery. Legal aid is there to protect the vulnerable, but right now the system itself is out of reach. Sign our pledge to ensure everyone has equal access to justice: www.lawscot.org.uk/for-the-publ...

“Serving on Council has been one of the most rewarding and professionally enriching roles of my career.” – Ahsan Mustafa 📖 Read more: www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve... 🗳️ Nominations are open: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

A new MSP report backs our call for urgent action on civil legal aid fees and reforms to protect access to justice. President Patricia Thom: “Legal aid in Scotland is in crisis and the government must act.” Read more 👉 bit.ly/3VlDbcg

🙌 Whether you’re a solicitor or not, your skills can make an impact. We’re recruiting new committee members and conveners to help shape the future of the profession. 📢 Apply today: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 — and so does the legal profession. Our Technology Law and Practice Committee has tackled everything from electronic signatures in lockdown to today’s challenges with AI and cyber security 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Make a difference. Build your skills. Shape the future. Join a Law Society of Scotland committee and enjoy exclusive benefits , free CPD, flagship conferences & discounted certifications. Solicitors, students & lay members all welcome. Apply now 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/committeevac...

For World Suicide Prevention Day, Lynn Pilkington reflects on where the boundaries lie when giving mental health first aid. Read more 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve... And, if you need more immediate support, please reach out to LawCare on 0800 279 6888 or The Samaritans on 116 123.

📝 Part 2 of our Q&A with Paul Faris: “Becoming a committee member is a great way to hone your skills, build connections & understand the key issues in the profession. I thought I’d join for a year or two — 20 years later, I’m still here.” 👉 Vacancies: www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

We’ve set up a new International Committee to guide our global work, from EU engagement to trade policy and human rights. 🌎 Find out more from our International Policy Executive Adam Marks and submit your application by 24 September. 🗓️ 🔗 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

💼Committees make a real difference. In our new Q&A series, Paul Faris shares why being a committee member matters: helping solicitors back into the profession, supporting those who are struggling, and ensuring clients can trust their solicitor. Apply now ▶️ www.lawscot.org.uk/about-us/wor...

Want to help shape the future of the legal profession? Join one of our 58 committees and be part of a vibrant network of over 680 volunteers from across law and beyond. We’d love to hear from you. Find out more and apply today 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/committeevac...

Keep up to date with upcoming reforms in the legal sector with our new series ⬇️ 📌 20 August, 12-1 pm, Regulation of legal services reform 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve... 📌 27 August, 12-1 pm, Criminal justice reforms in Scotland 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-eve...

🌍 Ethics and sustainability aren't just internal concerns, they shape how your firm is perceived by clients, investors and other stakeholders. When issuing tenders, ask the right questions to ensure your suppliers align with your values 👉 www.lawscot.org.uk/members/sust...

🎉 A very warm welcome to Ben Kemp our new chief executive who take up his new role with us today – we’re looking forward to working with you! Find out more about Ben 👉 bit.ly/4lmqtV9

📣 We have a new general accreditation for paralegals with broad or niche expertise beyond our existing specialist areas. If you have 2+ years’ experience and meet our core competencies, you can receive recognition for your work alongside access to key professional resources 👉 bit.ly/3J3BIEy

In this the first in our new public interest series, #ScotsLawMatters, Ayr solicitor, Claire Currie looks at Power of Attorney and explains why it is never too soon to think about the future. Take five and find out more 👉 bit.ly/4lY3BfK