AI
The AI SIG met earlier this month for a focused discussion on the fast‑evolving role of artificial intelligence in the legal profession. Members identified the key areas that will shape future meetings and explored why AI has become a strategic priority for law firms.
Key discussion topics included:
Practical implementation of AI tools within firms and how they are being deployed in day‑to‑day legal work.
AI governance, ethics and risk, including issues around accountability, transparency, and data security.
Talent development and training, particularly how firms can build the skills needed to work effectively with AI and the implications for junior lawyer development.
Changes to service delivery models, examining how AI is reshaping ways of working and influencing client expectations.
Quality assurance considerations, and how firms can maintain high professional standards as technology evolves.
Future meetings will explore these themes in greater depth.
The next meeting date will be confirmed shortly. Please keep an eye on the Special Interest Group page on our website for updates.
BOOK CLUB
Book Club met on 27 January for a discussion on Perfection by Vincenzo Latronico.
The group meets approximately every six weeks, with the books for discussion alternating between contemporary award winning fiction, and more classic works. A popular genre has been “returning to books we read when younger”.
March’s meeting will be on Tuesday 10 March, 6 - 7 pm to discuss Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin. To register for the meeting, please click here.
CHARITY AND THIRD SECTOR
The Charity and Third Sector SIG will be meeting on Thursday 5 March, 12.30 - 1.30 pm They group will be joined by The Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) for a 360? conversation on the implementation of the recent charity law changes in Scotland, what's next, and emerging trends in the sector.
Register for the Zoom meeting here.
GOLF
The WS Beginners Golf group has started a new six-week session at Dalmahoy Golf Club, with Pro Scott Dixon.
The groups meet on a Tuesday or a Saturday, depending on preference. Clubs can be provided and no special clothing is required other than something warm and comfortable.
Cost is £150 for 6 lessons.
If you would like to find out more, please email membership@wssociety.co.uk.
PERFORMING ARTS SIG
We are pleased to announce the launch of a new SIG, the Performing Arts SIG will focus on in-person visits to the theatre, museums, opera and ballet.
You are invited to a short Zoom call to discuss future meetings. If you are interested in contributing ideas on events to attend, please join a brief call on Monday 23 February at 12:.30 pm. Click here to register. If you are unable to attend the initial call, or have any ideas on cultural events that would be relevant to the group, please email the Membership team at membership@wssociety.co.uk.
ART SIG, HISTORY SIG AND STUDENT SIG
Please check the Special Interest Group page on our website for future meetings.