Scottish Legal Insights | Journal of the Law Society of Scotland

How can the legal profession become more accessible to talented people from all backgrounds? In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Christine McLintock, former President of the Law Society of Scotland, former General Counsel and Partner at Pinsent Masons, and founding force behind the Lawscot Foundation, reflects on her remarkable career and the importance of widening access to th...

Are Scottish solicitors happy with their pay and stress? What about bonuses, work-life balance or home-working arrangements? Earlier this year, the Journal invited every solicitor in Scotland to help build a picture of the profession’s pay and job satisfaction. The results are out. In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Jan Cutting, Executive Director of Membership Experience at t...

What does a long and varied legal career look like, and what can today’s lawyers learn from it? In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Austin Lafferty, consultant solicitor, broadcaster and Past President of the Law Society of Scotland, joins us to reflect on a career spanning more than four decades across legal practice, business and media. From building his own law firm to worki...

What does a lawyer do in the space industry, and why is Scotland becoming a hub for this rapidly growing sector? In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Dr Alexander Simmonds, space law academic at the University of Dundee and author of The Space Legislation of the United Kingdom, joins us to explore the legal frameworks shaping the future of space. From the day-to-day role of spac...

What does it take for lawyers to build visibility, credibility and influence in a digital world? In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Helen Burness, marketing strategist and founder of Saltmarsh Marketing, joins us to explore how legal professionals can develop their voice and stand out online. With more than two decades of experience across global law firms, chambers and start-...

What does it take to succeed in the fast-moving world of sports law? In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Chris Duffy, Legal Director at Centrefield LLP and former senior legal leader at Celtic Football Club, joins us to discuss the realities of working at the intersection of sport and law. From the legal complexities of organising major international tournaments like the FIFA W...

How can the legal profession embrace new technology without widening the diversity gap?  In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, solicitor, business leader and diversity champion Christina Blacklaws joins us to discuss the future of legal technology, inclusion and transformational change across the legal profession. Christina is chair of LawtechUK, former President of the Law Socie...

What does a healthy legal profession look like — and how do we build one?  In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, we’re joined by Amanda Millar, leadership coach, consultant and the first openly LGBTQ+ President of the Law Society of Scotland. Founder and Director of Buchanan Millar Ltd and an accredited specialist in mental health law, Amanda has been a leading voice on wellbeing...

What does it take to become a leading in-house lawyer at some of the world’s biggest brands?  In this episode of the Scottish Legal Insights podcast, Matthew Wilson, chief legal office r at global TV production giant Fremantle , and former senior lawyer at Uber and Arsenal FC, shares insights into life as an in-house solicitor working across media, sport, technology and global commerce.  We discus...

The Scottish Legal Insights podcast from the Journal of the Law Society of Scotland delivers expert legal insights, Scottish legal news and updates and practical guidance for today’s legal professionals.  Step inside Scotland’s legal world, from blockbuster movie deals to the marketing of solicitors or the decisions being made in the highest courts. The Scottish Legal Insights podcast from the Jou...