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Call for referendum on Law Society’s role

WS members are among those calling for a vote on the Law Society of Scotland continuing to represent solicitors... more

WS debate on ABS and dual functions

A debate at the Signet Library 6-7.30 pm 15 March will address the pros and cons of ABS and the Law Society’s dual functions... more

More Legal Services Bill

The WS Society will hold a debate on ABS and representation of solicitors... more

Legal Services Bill latest

WS Chief Executive says Law Society can no longer regulate and represent... more

WS Biennial Ball

Will be held on 21 May 2010. ... more

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The WS Society is Scotland's independent association for lawyers and one of the oldest professional bodies in the world with over 500 years of history. Today the Society supports the latest generation of lawyers and legal businesses, with professional support lawyer (PSL) and research services, training, accreditation, networking and events. Go to The Signet Online for a free trial of our online research service.

The Society's home, The Signet Library, is the iconic building for Scottish solicitors, adjacent to Scotland’s Supreme Courts complex. It is a superb facility for working and an outstanding venue for corporate and social events.


Legal News

Clear message on knife possession

Average jail sentences for handling an offensive weapon have risen to more than eight and a half months, according to new statistics released by the Scottish Government... more

Plans to improve private rented housing

The Scottish Government is consulting on the proposed Private Housing (Scotland) Bill... more

Call to keep young people out of adult courts

Youth crime could be reduced in Scotland and vital savings made in public expenditure by keeping most under 18 year olds out of the adult court system... more

Disclosure plans go ahead

Parents all across Scotland will soon be able to get access to information about known sex offenders who may be in contact with their children. ... more

SLC report on land registration

The Scottish Law Commission has published a report on updating land registration, recommending some changes to the current system.... more