Applications open for 2026 devilling scholarships
Aspiring advocates are invited to apply for scholarships offered through the Faculty of Advocates, which are aimed at removing barriers to membership of the Scottish Bar.
News and Responses
All the latest news from the Faculty of Advocates
Recent targeting of legal professionals by the US Government - Joint Statement
The undersigned organisations are dismayed by the recent actions by the US government targeting legal professionals at both the international and domestic levels, which violate international human rights law and undermine the rule of law.
Response from the Faculty of Advocates to the Consultation on Leases (Scotland) Bill
Faculty supports young speakers at finals of Scottish debating competition
Schoolchildren gathered in Parliament Hall last weekend for the finals of the Young Speakers Scotland’s Schools Mace Debating Competition, hosted by the Faculty of Advocates.
Response from the Faculty of Advocates to a Consultation on a Local Authority General Power of Competence
Response by the Faculty of Advocates to the Digital Assets in Scots Private Law Consultation
Devilling system helps advocates maintain the highest standards
LAST October, 29 aspiring advocates (known as devils) arrived at the Faculty of Advocates in Edinburgh to begin an intensive period of professional training to qualify for admission to the Scottish Bar.
Alyson Forbes appointed to SCCRC Board
Alyson Forbes has been appointed as a Legal Member to the Board of the Scottish Criminal Cases Review Commission (SCCRC).
Faculty supports Oxford fresher mooting event
Freshers at Oxford gathered on campus last weekend to compete in a mooting event organised by the Oxford Commercial Chancery Law Society (OCCLS).