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Preparing for new Summary Criminal Legal Assistance system: further updates from 14 December 2026
1 October 2026
Further details and video on Summary Criminal reform changes coming into force from 14 December 2026.
All solicitor updates
VACANCIES: Part time peer reviewers needed for Criminal and Children’s Quality Assurance Schemes
30 September 2026
Make a difference by joining our panel of peer reviewers for both the Criminal and Children' Quality Assurance Schemes.
General
Enquiries on Peter Murrell’s legal aid
30 September 2026
The Scottish Legal Aid Board is bound by governing rules on legal aid applications in line with the Legal Aid (Scotland) Act 1986 and related regulations.
Vacancies
Vacancy: Payroll Adviser
11 September 2026
Deliver an accurate, efficient and timely payroll and pensions service, ensuring all payments are processed correctly and in line with deadlines.
Vacancies
Vacancy: Solicitor – PDSO Ayr
11 September 2026
Join our PDSO Ayr office and make a real difference in clients’ lives by delivering high-quality legal representation in both solemn and summary proceedings.
Children's
Solicitor member wanted for Children’s Quality Assurance Scheme
27 August 2026
The Law Society of Scotland is looking for one new solicitor member to sit on the Committee as a Law Society representative.
