elcome to the website of the Scottish Bar. The site provides access to a range of information in relation to the Faculty of Advocates, its members and the services they provide, including up-to-date stable listings and contact details for Advocates Clerks and deputies, an on-line version of the Faculty Directory and information to assist practitioners involved in, or considering, Direct Professional Access.

The Faculty of Advocates is a body of independent lawyers who have been admitted to practise as Advocates before the Courts of Scotland. Faculty records date as far back as 1532 when the College of Justice was established by an Act of the Scottish Parliament, though its origins are believed to predate that event.

Becoming an advocate

Are you interested in becoming an Advocate or maybe you just want to find out about what they do? Find out more about what Advocates do and our training and education schemes here at the Faculty.

Devilling 2010

The deadline for applications to commence devilling in 2010 must be received by 31 October 2009. Full details can be found here Devilling 2010.

Schools: Learning About the Law

Hundreds of pupils have gained a valuable insight into how the Scottish legal system works by taking part in the Faculty's MiniTrials since 2002. Find out more on our MiniTrials page.

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