Law Society of Scotland welcomes 62 new solicitors

The ceremony, which takes place three times per year, marks the culmination of years of hard work and the beginning of a career in law for Scotland’s newest solicitors.

Speaking at the ceremony, Christine McLintock, president of the Law Society of Scotland, said: “It is a great privilege for me to be welcoming you as new solicitors and you should all be proud today - proud of your hard work, focus and determination over the past few years, proud of your world-class legal education and proud to wear the badge of Scottish solicitor – a badge that unites you all, regardless of where your career takes you.

“You are the future of our profession and your hard-won qualification is highly respected by employers and lawyers all over the world.”

Linda Urquhart OBE, chairman of Morton Fraser, addressed the new solicitors as the guest speaker and gave advice about ‘super skills for lawyers’, including resilience and integrity.

Lorna Jack, chief executive of the Law Society of Scotland also gave an address and spoke about the services the Law Society offers for new lawyers and the many ways they can get involved with the work of the Society.

Speaking at the event, Ms Jack said: “I want you all to know that the Law Society is your membership organisation - you are our members and an important part of our role is to provide the support, services and standards you need to succeed in your chosen career.”

Michael Macmillan, former Law Society Council member and former convener of the Law Society’s admissions committee, attended the ceremony to celebrate 50 years since his own admission in 1966 in one of the first admissions ceremonies of this kind.