Diverse programme proves big draw for 21st Century Bar Conference
The 21st Century Bar Conference has proved as popular as ever, and only applications to join a waiting list are now being taken for next month’s event.
News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Life as an Advocate
The Faculty has held an Open Day for people interested in a career at the Scottish Bar.
Dean Pledges Support for New Appeal Court
The Dean of the Faculty of Advocates has pledged his support and the support of the profession to make the new Sheriff Appeal Court a success.
Protecting Lawyer-Client Confidentiality
The European Parliament is supporting moves which call for the protection of the confidentiality of lawyer-client communications.
Looking at law reform in the 21st Century
A seminar in celebration of the Scottish Law Commission’s 50th anniversary will feature Laura Dunlop, QC, Convenor of the Faculty’s Law Reform Committee, as one of the speakers.
Dean elected Bencher of Middle Temple
The Dean of Faculty, James Wolffe, QC, has been elected as a Bencher of Middle Temple in London, joining two former Deans.
Euro court rulings on surveillance of lawyers
Two rulings have been issued by European courts in cases concerning state surveillance of lawyers.
Getting to grips with compulsory purchase reform
The Faculty is supporting attempts to point the best way forward for reform of the law on compulsory purchase.
First Lady of MiniTrials calls it a day
Take a bow, Joan Spencer, who is stepping down after 13 years as the “First Lady of MiniTrials”.
“Full up” signs posted for Open Day
All places have been snapped up for the Faculty’s Open Day, when visitors will be given a taste of life at the Scottish Bar.