Schoolchildren gather in Edinburgh for annual mock trial
Children from eight local secondary schools gathered at the Edinburgh Sheriff Court recently to take part in mock assault and drugs trials presided over by members of the Faculty of Advocates.
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Faculty welcomes new devils
This year’s devils began their advocacy training at the Faculty of Advocates earlier this month.
Joint Statement: Vilifying lawyers puts them at risk
The Bar Council of England and Wales, the Law Society of England and Wales, the Law Society of Scotland, the Faculty of Advocates, the Bar of Northern Ireland and the Law Society of Northern Ireland representing 250,000 lawyers have come together to express grave concern about the climate of increasing hostility towards lawyers and judges.
Time will tell effect of momentous changes in 'flagship' justice bill
The Victims, Witnesses and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill recently passed through the parliamentary stages and awaits a statutory instrument for legal effect to be given to the Bill’s provisions.
In memoriam, The Lord Campbell of Pittenweem, CH CBE PC KC
Faculty extends its condolences following the passing of former member Baron Campbell of Pittenweem.
Lord President outlines priorities at Opening of the Legal Year
The need for continuing reform, modernisation and investment across Scotland’s justice system, and safeguarding the rule of law are key priorities, the Lord President said today.
New members welcomed at calling ceremony
Two new members were admitted to the Faculty of Advocates during a calling ceremony today.
In memoriam, Neil Beynon
It is with great sadness that the Faculty of Advocates learned of the passing of Neil Beynon, Advocate.
New silks appointed
Nine practising members of the Faculty of Advocate have been appointed as King’s Counsel, and a non-practising member has been made an honorary silk.
Faculty renews its support for Scottish Legal Walks 2025
The Faculty of Advocates will again support the Scottish Legal Walks as a national sponsor alongside the Law Society of Scotland.