Vice-Dean steps down
The Vice-Dean of Faculty, Angela Grahame, QC, has stepped down after three and a half years in office.
News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Welcome, Themis Advocates
A new name has been added to the Faculty’s list of stables – Themis Advocates.
Lord Reed becomes President of Supreme Court
The installation of Lord Reed as President of the UK Supreme Court is a source of pride for Scotland and its legal profession, says the Dean of Faculty, Gordon Jackson, QC.
A seat on the Bench, and book plug
The Supreme Courts have welcomed a “major asset” to the Bench, with the installation of Lady Poole.
TARDIS has landed, with Lord Fairley
The first of five new judges has taken his place on the Bench, with the judicial title of Lord Fairley.
Defence QCs in murder trial documentary
Two senior defence counsel have featured in a much-hailed television documentary about a murder trial.
IP Counsel on film
The Faculty’s Usman Tariq is featured in a new, short video in the Scottish Legal Views series by Scottish Legal News.
Happy New Year
Here's to a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year, from everyone at the Faculty.
Robert heading to top of the world for charity
He’s been to the top of Africa’s highest mountain, and now the Faculty’s Robert Sutherland is heading for the Arctic on his latest fundraising adventure.
Dandie date for the Lassie
The first Tumbling Lassie event to be announced for 2020 will see her share the billing with a classic Walter Scott character.