Survey seeks to understand violence against the legal profession
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Lorna Jack
Following Scottish Legal News’ editorial on attacks on solicitors, members of the profession are being invited by the Law Society of Scotland to take part in an anonymous survey and share incidents of violent or threatening behaviour, experienced in the course of their professional duties.
Law Society chief executive, Lorna Jack, said: “It is essential that people are safe while doing their jobs. Solicitors help people, often at extremely difficult times in their lives and it’s important they can do this without fear or favour.
“This survey is completely anonymous and will help us to build a more comprehensive understanding of the risks faced by the Scottish legal community. I would encourage members of the profession to take part and share their experiences.”
In addition to the questions on violence against the profession, the Journal’s annual survey will gather data on pay, work-life balance and views on the future of the profession.
Respondents can complete the survey online, until Monday 27 August.
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