Welcome to The WS Society
The WS Society is Scotland's independent association for lawyers.
The Society's purposes include promoting the highest standards in legal services.
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Book online for seminars and courses. more
Society Bulletin
Annual Falconer Business Lecture
Join polar trekking accountant Craig Mathieson as he draws valuable parallels between his expeditions and challenges in the business world.... more
Corporate Finance Conference
Join Nelson Gray, European Business Angel 2008, and other experts for this timely conference... more
Hot issues in employment law
How lawyers and HR professionals can work together to ensure current case law is reflected in employment policies. ... more
The Signet Accreditation 2008
Applications are now open for The Signet Accreditation assessment programme 2008. ... more
Legal News
Rogue employers targeted
The Government has launched a drive to crack down on rogue employers who abuse vulnerable workers and undercut honest businesses.... more
Better regulation report
The Regulatory Review Group has produced its first report on the regulation of businesses in Scotland.... more
Children's Hearings - reform proposed
The Scottish Government is consulting on plans to reform and streamline the Children's Hearings system.... more
SLC publishes Crown Appeals report
The Scottish Law Commission has published its Report on Crown Appeals, recommending a number of changes to solemn criminal procedure.... more