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All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Faculty of Advocates admits 29 new Members to the Scottish Bar
THE Faculty of Advocates welcomed 29 new members at calling ceremonies held on Friday last week.
Pro Bono event highlights range and depth of commitment
Pro Bono Unpacked, the latest Scottish Pro Bono Roundtable event, was recently hosted by CMS LLP at their Glasgow offices.
In memoriam: Edwin Sheeran
The Faculty of Advocates notes with sadness the untimely passing of Edwin Sheeran, Advocate.
Unpacking pro bono in Scotland
The evolving role of pro bono will be unpacked at a free event in Glasgow next month.
Going to the territory - taking legal expertise to those who need it
On Christmas Eve 1884, Henrietta and Samuel Barnett opened the doors of Toynbee Hall in Whitechapel, London. Theirs was a radical vision, to understand the needs of the poor in that area and develop practical solutions that would improve their lives.
Could you serve on the Faculty of Advocates’ complaints bodies?
The Faculty of Advocates is seeking a lay member to serve on its Complaints Committee and Disciplinary Tribunal.
Annual Four Jurisdictions Conference explores challenges facing modern legal systems
An independent legal profession and an independent judiciary are central to the rule of law.
Faculty of Advocates’ Response to Scottish Government’s Consultation on Scottish Law Commission’s Report on Section 53 of the Title Conditions (Scotland) Act 2003
Mini-devilling scheme inspires next generation of advocates
Law students taking part in the Faculty of Advocates’ mini-devilling scheme this year have again given this annual programme glowing reviews, with participants reporting a stronger interest in pursuing a career at the Bar and praising the breadth of practical experience on offer.