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To discuss the current consultation on Legal Services Regulation Reform. Key points lawyers need to know are discussed in this episode. Ally Thomson is joined by the Executive Director of Regulation of the Law Society of Scotland, Rachel Wood and Craig Cathcart of The Regulatory Committee of the Society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of the Hey Legal Podcast is with Màiri McAllan discussing Young Women and Lawyers in Politics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, advocate, takes Keith Stewart QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. Follow Edith on Twitter: @EdithAdvocate Follow Hey Legal on Twitter: @hey_legal Visit the Hey Legal platform to subscribe and view our CPD qualifying content - http://www.heylegal.co.uk Keith Stewart called to the Bar in 1993. He has a wide experience of criminal trials and criminal appeals, acting for the defence and the prosecution. He has conducted tria...
In this highly entertaining episode, Solicitor Advocate Iain McSporran QC speaks with genuine candour about his working life in the law. Iain joins Edith Forrest, Advocate to take the Hey Legal quiz. 20 questions that provide insight in to the careers and life beyond the law of leading Scottish legal figures. Follow Edith on Twitter: @EdithAdvocate Follow Hey Legal on Twitter: @hey_legal Visit the Hey Legal platform to subscribe for free and to view our CPD qualifying content - http://heylegal.c...
Brian McConnachie QC was Senior Counsel in the first Scottish Remote Jury Trial conducted using the" Glasgow model ". Brian outlines the practical experience, the positives and the negatives. Essential listening for all with an interest in the criminal justice system. Follow Hey Legal on Twitter: @hey_legal Visit the Hey Legal platform to subscribe for free and to view our CPD qualifying content - http://heylegal.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Iain McSporran QC gives practical advice and insight on the reality of Remote Jury Trials. Essential listening for court practitioners. In this exclusive he covers : Positives and negatives of the new arrangements Practical issues such as taking instructions from the accused during the trial, social distancing measures, building a rapport with a remote jury and much more. Follow Hey Legal on Twitter: @hey_legal Visit the Hey Legal platform to subscribe for free and to view our CPD qualifying con...
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, advocate, takes John Scullion QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. John specialises in defending complex criminal trials prosecuted in the High Court of Justiciary and Sheriff Court. He has defended health and safety prosecutions involving death and injury in the course of employment; fatal road traffic collisions; financial prosecutions and other areas of regulatory crime. He has extensive experience of lengthy and compl...
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, advocate, takes Claire Mitchell QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. Claire Mitchell called at the Bar in 2003, having been a solicitor in private practice since 1996. She has been instructed in many first instance trials over the past 10 years and has a particular interest in health and safety cases. She has built up a strong Appeal Court practice, with an emphasis on constitutional, human rights and sentencing questions...
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, advocate, takes Edward Targowski QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. Called to the Bar in 1975, Edward became Queen’s Counsel in 1989. From 1985 until 1987 he held the appointment of Senior Magistrate and Coroner in the Republic of Seychelles.He is now one of the most experienced and able silks practicing in criminal law in Scotland. Edward has represented clients in criminal trials, appeals and inquiries in some of the ...
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, Advocate, takes Temporary High Court Judge, Sheriff John Morris QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. A fascinating insight from one of the most senior lawyers in Scotland. Check out the other Hey Legal Quiz Episodes on our YouTube channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, Advocate, takes Lord Matthews through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. A fascinating insight from one of the most senior lawyers in Scotland. Head over to our YouTube channel to check out the other Hey Legal Quiz Episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, advocate, takes Donald Findlay QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. Check out our YouTube channel for all the other episodes of the Hey Legal Quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode of the Hey Legal Quiz, Edith Forrest, advocate, takes Angela Grahame QC through twenty questions about life in law and beyond. Check out all the other Hey Legal Quiz Episodes on our YouTube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Susanne Tanner QC joins Edith Forrest, Advocate to take the 20 or so questions which form the Hey Legal quiz. Susanne is a highly experienced court practitioner with a varied caseload. Susanne became a QC in 2016. Check out the other Hey Legal Quiz Episodes on our YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 4 of the Hey Legal Quiz is with Roddy Dunlop QC who is the Vice Dean at the Faculty of Advocates Follow Roddy on Twitter @RoddyQC Check out the rest of the Hey Legal Quiz Episodes on our Youtube channel or head to HeyLegal.co.uk to subscribe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Next up to take the Hey Legal Quiz is Brian McConnachie QC. Follow Brian on Twitter @BMcconnachieQC You can check out our other Episodes on Youtube or head to HeyLegal.co.uk to subscribe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode we have retired International Rugby player and highest scorer in English Premiership - Charlie Hodgson in conversation with Ally Thomson. We discuss Charlie's transition from the world of sport into business. We also hear his thoughts on the dynamics between individual and team performance at the elite level. And finally, we hear how Charlie is taking part in Stress Awareness Month and what he believes is key to combating stress and continuing to perform at ones highest level. To...
Next up to take the Hey Legal Quiz is Tommy Ross. For more episodes of the Hey Legal Quiz and our full CPD content head to HeyLegal.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 1 of the Hey Legal Quiz is Edith Forrest being interviewed by Ally Thomson. For more episodes and out full list of CPD - head to HeyLegal.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to our new Hey Legal Quiz series with Edith Forrest. Edith will be asking leading Scottish Legal figures some questions regarding their careers and life beyond law. Head over to www.HeyLegal.co.uk for more info. Be sure to follow us across our socials @Hey_Legal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the show today we have Trainee Immigration Solicitor, Bilaal Shabbir - from MBS Solicitors in Edinburgh. Bilaal has extensive experience in immigration law, commercial dispute resolution and professional discipline. He will be giving us a introduction to UK immigration law, who needs a Visa to be in the UK and finally what the different Visa categories are. To hear the full CPD content please head to HeyLegal.co.uk You can find more about MBS Solicitors at: MBSsolicitors.co.uk You can find MB...
On this episode of the Hey Legal Podcast, Ally Thomson is in conversation with Philip Rodney. Philip is the former Chairman of Burness Paull, a Times columnist and provides business strategy and advice through his consultancy Rimalower Consulting. Firstly we hear about one of Philips recent articles in The Times ‘Apollo 13 shows how to divert a catastrophe when disaster strikes - and how it related to todays crisis. Philip also shares some insight into what he believes firms should be doing righ...
Ian Moir Solicitor and Convenor of the Law Society`s Criminal Legal Aid Negotiation Team joins Ally Thomson of Hey Legal to outline the latest emergency measures applicable to Sheriff court summary business with information on the protocol around disposing of cases with written pleas, how this can help the criminal justice system, and how clients rights are protected. Ian outlines how payment for solicitors will work and discusses the current position with discounts being advised for early pleas...
In today's Hey Legal Podcast we hear from John Scott QC, one of Scotlands leading legal figures. We hear about his recent appointment as chair of the Independent Advisory Group looking at the use by Police Scotland of temporary emergency powers. In the full CPD class John talks of the challenges that lie ahead for these powers as we face the prospect of lockdown loosening. John also talks about the challenges facing the criminal justice system too in the months ahead. Follow John on Twitter @joh...
Ross Yuill, Solicitor Advocate from The Glasgow Law Practice and Former Glasgow Bar Association President provides an outline of the practical realities of representing the accused in the Sheriff courts currently under lockdown emergency measures. Ross answers the following questions: 1. What types of numbers of people are being put through court currently? 2. Do you see them in police custody? 3. Are police interviews taking place? 4. If so is social distancing etc being observed? Are any measu...
This episode was recorded before the Coronavirus outbreak. Personal finance planning is even more relevant today, so in this episode we chat with Fergus Muirhead - financial writer and broadcaster who shares some key insights into managing your money, which are particularly useful during a time of crisis. Follow Fergus on Twitter: @FergusMuirhead Follow us across our socials @Hey_Legal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
On this episode of the Hey Legal Podcast Stephen Moore of Moore Legal Technology is back again with another update during this COVID-19 crisis. Throughout this Podcast, Stephen looks for and identifies some positives that can come from our changed circumstances. Follow Moore Legal Technology: @Moore_Legal Follow us across our socials @Hey_Legal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of the Hey Legal Podcast, Ally Thomson of Hey Legal talks with Denovo about the aims of Hey Legal, how we have reacted to the current situation and how the power of community is crucial now more than ever. Follow us across our socials @Hey_Legal Head over to HeyLegal.co.uk to subscribe to our full list of CPD Sessions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode of the Hey Legal Podcast Stephen Moore of Moore Legal Technology is back with another update during this COVID-19 crisis. Stephen talks us through how online traffic remains low however they are seeing certain areas of strong performance. Stephen also provides some practical tips on actions to take to protect your firm during this time. Follow Moore Legal Technology: @Moore_Legal Follow us across our socials @Hey_Legal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
On this episode, Ally Thomson is in conversation with cybersecurity expert Basil Manoussos. They discuss law firms using Zoom and best practice around working securely online. Follow Basil on Twitter: @BasilatNapier Follow us across our socials @Hey_Legal Head over to HeyLegal.co.uk to subscribe to our full list of CPD Sessions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
