News and Responses

Secure your place at the World IP Day Conference 2023

Bookings are now open for the Faculty of Advocates’ 15th World Intellectual Property Day Conference.

Scottish pupils excel at Bar Mock Trial Competition finals

PUPILS from Bishopbriggs Academy excelled at the finals of the Bar Mock Trial Competition, where they placed third and were judged the best overall new team.

Applications open for devilling scholarships for 2024

APPLICATIONS are now being invited for scholarships offered through the Faculty of Advocates which can help ease financial tensions during the training period for the Bar.

Debating finalists receive ongoing support from Faculty

A group of Scottish schoolchildren from Bishopbriggs Academy will soon be on their way to London to compete in the national finals of the Bar Mock Trial Competition where they will continue to receive support from Members of Faculty.

Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Call for Evidence from the Independent Commission on UK Public Health Emergency Powers

Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Consultation on the Children (Care and Justice) (Scotland) Bill

Response from the Faculty of Advocates on the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy’s Consultation on the Recognition of professional qualifications obtained in Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.

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.

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.

Promoting career possibilities at the Scottish Bar

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