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10 Mar

Gender diversity in the legal profession: Has the glass ceiling been smashed?

“I speak from the viewpoint of the Faculty of Advocates, the Scottish Bar.

08 Mar

Faculty launches careers clinic in support of women at the Bar

International Women’s Day provides an opportunity to recognise the contribution women make in the workplace and throughout society in general.

24 Feb

Promoting career possibilities at the Scottish Bar

A career as an advocate is open to anyone with the necessary ability and motivation.

13 Feb

Faculty’s 'Mini-Devils' gain first-hand experience of the work of an advocate - Barney Ross

Ever since the Court of Session was constituted as the College of Justice, the Faculty of Advocates has played a central role in promoting the rule of law and ensuring access to justice for the people of Scotland.

10 Feb

Faculty hosts schoolchildren competing in Schools Mace finals at Parliament House

Schoolchildren, teachers, parents and Faculty members gathered in Parliament House last weekend for a lively day of debating during the finals of the Young Speakers Scotland’s Schools Mace competition.

13 Jan

Faculty welcomes Ukrainian lawyers

The Faculty of Advocates hosted a reception last night to celebrate the work of Scottish lawyers who are supporting their Ukrainian colleagues seeking refuge from the war in their homeland.

20 Dec

Advocates support a range of charities

Christmas is a time when family and friends can gather to enjoy a warm, fun-filled festive atmosphere and exchange gifts. With festivities being severely curtailed during the past two years due to Covid-19 restrictions, many people are looking forward to Christmas even more so than usual.