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Easter & spring bank holidays: Solicitor payments & opening hours

10 March 2026

View information about payment dates and office opening hours over the 2026 Easter and May public holidays, and emergency Helpline details for urgent business.

Civil

Survey with suppliers of civil legal aid to inform reform

5 March 2026

We’ve commissioned IFF Research to do a survey to gain insights into the practicalities of supplying civil legal aid to inform recommendations for reform.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Network and Systems Coordinator

3 March 2026

We’re looking for a highly organised, proactive coordinator to lead & develop PDSO business support across our many locations, from our Glasgow or Ayr office.

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Keeping LAOL secure: Join our ScotAccount webinars

25 February 2026

In preparation for the move to ScotAccount we are holding twice weekly webinars - with a session specifically for law accountants on 4 March at 11.30.

Vacancies

Vacancy: Security Engineer

24 February 2026

Join our Digital Services team to maintain and improve our cybersecurity and ensure our systems remain secure, resilient, and well-governed.