Support needed for abuse survivors if they go to court, Faculty says
The Faculty has added its voice to calls for support for survivors of abuse who may choose to go to court under proposed changes in the law.
News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Counsel makes it on to list of inspiring women
The Faculty’s Nicola Gilchrist has been featured in a magazine list of “remarkable women” for her work with Scottish Women’s Aid (SWA).
The legal profession has failed working women: Discuss
The first debate to be staged by Women in Law Scotland will be held on International Women’s Day and will feature the Faculty’s Ximena Vengoechea among the speakers.
SCJC appointment for senior counsel
A new advocate member has been appointed to the Scottish Civil Justice Council (SCJC).
Vice-Dean joins panel for Women in Law event
The Vice-Dean of Faculty, Angela Grahame, QC, has been invited to join the panel at this year’s Women in Law event by the Scottish Young Lawyers’ Association.
Lawyer of the Week - two in a row for Faculty
For the second week in a row, a senior member of Faculty has been named as the Scottish Lawyer of the Week in the Law section of The Times.
Thanks FLSU, say library campaigners
Campaigners have thanked the Faculty’s pro bono service for helping to save a library from closure.
Dean’s Dinner – a new date for the Scottish cultural calendar
A major new event is being added to the nation’s cultural calendar – a dinner hosted by the Dean of Faculty to celebrate all things Scottish.
Faculty member features at Brexit event
An event to examine what Brexit might mean for equality and human rights in Scotland will feature a member of Faculty as one of the speakers.
QC joins Ogden Tables group
A committee which plays a vital role in setting the level of damages awards throughout the UK is to be joined by a member of Faculty.