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Legal Aid Online

Keeping LAOL secure: Introducing Multi Factor Authentication

4 December 2025

To increase the security on the SLAB systems we will be introducing Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) for users of Legal Aid Online (LAOL).

Vacancies

Join our Board: recruitment process underway for five Board Members

3 December 2025

Scottish Ministers are looking to appoint five new members to our Board. Closing date for applications is 12 January 2026.

All solicitor updates

Policies and guidance published on the preparation and assessment of counsel fees

3 December 2025

Comprehensive accounts guidance is now available to counsel, or those involved in framing counsel claims, where work has been done under all types of legal aid

General

St Andrew’s Day and festive closures: Payment arrangements and emergency Helpline

17 November 2025

Details of payment dates and SLAB office closures for St Andrew’s Day, Christmas and New Year, including our emergency Helpline for urgent legal aid assistance.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Solicitor - CLAO Edinburgh

7 November 2025

We’re looking for a committed Solicitor to join us & handle a varied legal aid caseload, delivering high-quality, trauma-informed legal advice & representation.