“It was with deep sorrow that the Faculty of Advocates heard the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who served the nation with grace and distinction for decades, and was an honorary Member of Faculty,” said the Dean of Faculty, Roddy Dunlop KC.
The past few years have been characterised by constant, ongoing change for everyone due to the pandemic. Life at the Faculty of Advocates has been no exception.
The Faculty of Advocates Criminal Bar Association (FACBA) has donated to several charities that support people struggling with homelessness; vulnerable youth and those battling cancer.
The Faculty of Advocates recently admitted 28 new members, the second-largest ever annual intake.
Advocates Frank Burr and Roddy MacLeod are appearing in Flesh, a musical penned by Derek Batchelor QC, during the upcoming Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Faculty notes the introduction of the Bill of Rights Bill.
On a dark winter’s evening, with snow swirling above the frosty lawn next to the Laigh Hall, the devils of 2022 – who were all admitted as members of the Faculty of Advocates last week – wondered aloud what experiences their predecessors had while completing their training.
Altogether 28 new members have been admitted to the Faculty of Advocates during calling ceremonies held this week.
Letter questions criticism of legal profession
Faculty notes with sadness the passing of Colin McEachran QC MBE.