Abbotsford – the gift that keeps on giving
The festive season is upon us and those who haven’t yet found gifts for family and friends are running out of time to do so.
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The Messy Divorce of the Merry Couple
Mr and Mrs Claus have instructed teams of high-powered North Pole Advocates to represent them in their upcoming divorce action at the Court of Session, and everyone is invited to come along in December and watch the drama unfold.
Get ready for the 21st Century Bar Conference
Bookings are now open for this year’s 21st Century Bar conference which is likely to prove as popular as ever with a host of expert speakers and a diverse programme.
FLSU ‘ready to step forward’
The Faculty of Advocates’ Free Legal Services Unit (FLSU) is ready to step forward to address the need for pro bono legal services, says the Unit’s Convenor Neil Mackenzie KC.
Faculty Christmas Collection now open for donations
Christmas is coming, which means so is winter – which will be even harder than usual for vulnerable families given the current cost-of-living crisis gripping the country.
New Clerk of Faculty
A new Clerk of Faculty, Barney Ross, has been elected following a six-way contest.
‘Loyal and wise’ Advocates have a long history of promoting access to justice
The Faculty of Advocates has a long history of promoting access to justice to those who cannot afford to pay for legal advice and representation.
Edinburgh Schools MiniTrials returns to court
A group of around 200 schoolchildren and teachers gathered at Edinburgh Sheriff Court recently to take part in the Edinburgh Schools MiniTrials.
New devils kick off their training
ELEVEN new devils arrived at the MacKenzie Building this week to take the next step in their legal careers.
Lawscot Foundation celebrates first cohort of graduates
Diversity and inclusion in the legal profession matters, says past Lord Advocate and former Dean of the Faculty of Advocates, the Rt Hon James Wolffe KC.