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.
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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.
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.
Faculty’s 'Mini-Devils' gain first-hand experience of the work of an advocate - Barney Ross
Ever since the Court of Session was constituted as the College of Justice, the Faculty of Advocates has played a central role in promoting the rule of law and ensuring access to justice for the people of Scotland.
Faculty hosts schoolchildren competing in Schools Mace finals at Parliament House
Schoolchildren, teachers, parents and Faculty members gathered in Parliament House last weekend for a lively day of debating during the finals of the Young Speakers Scotland’s Schools Mace competition.
Faculty welcomes Ukrainian lawyers
The Faculty of Advocates hosted a reception last night to celebrate the work of Scottish lawyers who are supporting their Ukrainian colleagues seeking refuge from the war in their homeland.
Advocates support a range of charities
Christmas is a time when family and friends can gather to enjoy a warm, fun-filled festive atmosphere and exchange gifts. With festivities being severely curtailed during the past two years due to Covid-19 restrictions, many people are looking forward to Christmas even more so than usual.
Jonathan Mitchell KC to retire
Leading silk Jonathan Mitchell KC is retiring after a long and distinguished career at the Bar.