News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Tony Graham QC appointed as new FSL Chair
Tony Graham QC, Stable Director at Optimum Advocates in Glasgow, has been elected as the new Chairman of Faculty Services Limited (FSL).
Faculty member appointed Assistant Principal Crown Counsel
Susanne Tanner QC has been commissioned by the Lord Advocate as Assistant Principal Crown Counsel.
In memoriam, Stephen O’Rourke QC
It was with deep sadness that the Faculty of Advocates learnt of the passing of Stephen O’Rourke QC.
Edward Kane is back for Christmas!
The Faculty’s very own fictional Advocate makes his return this Christmas in The Scotsman in: “Edward Kane and the Innocent Railway”.
Response by the Faculty of Advocates to the SLCC's Consultation on Rule Changes
In memoriam, Paul McNairney
The Faculty of Advocates is saddened by the death of Member of Faculty Paul McNairney.
Packed programme at 21st Century Bar Conference
The 21st Century Bar Conference, which takes place next month, will adopt a hybrid format to cater for those who would prefer an in-person event as well as anyone who would like to attend online.
Virtual hearings hamper professional development of junior members of the Bar
Junior members of the Bar have cautioned that making remote hearings the default would damage their professional development as advocates, adversely affect their well-being and job satisfaction, and have a knock-on effect on the quality of justice.