News and Responses

Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Scottish Government’s Consultation on Trusts and Succession (Scotland) Bill

Law students inspired by their mini-devilling experience

THE Faculty’s Mini-devilling Scheme has been judged a resounding success by participating law students

The Tumbling Lassie Ball returns in October

One of the most prestigious fundraisers in the Scottish events calendar returns this October.

Secure your place at the World IP Day Conference 2023

Bookings are now open for the Faculty of Advocates’ 15th World Intellectual Property Day Conference.

Scottish pupils excel at Bar Mock Trial Competition finals

PUPILS from Bishopbriggs Academy excelled at the finals of the Bar Mock Trial Competition, where they placed third and were judged the best overall new team.

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.

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.

Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Call for Evidence from the Independent Commission on UK Public Health Emergency Powers

Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Consultation on the Children (Care and Justice) (Scotland) Bill

Response from the Faculty of Advocates on the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy’s Consultation on the Recognition of professional qualifications obtained in Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.