Lawscot Foundation celebrates first cohort of graduates

An event to celebrate the achievements of the Lawscot Foundation’s first graduates has raised a further £1,200 to support aspiring lawyers. As well as marking the achievements of the first cohort of graduates, the event, held at Laigh Hall at Parliament House, was an opportunity to celebrate those who have supported the Foundation’s goal, from the sponsors and donors to mentors and other individuals who have supported the initiative.

Lawscot Foundation welcomes Allan McDougall Solicitors as new sponsor

Edinburgh law firm Allan McDougal Solicitors has signed up as a new sponsor for the Lawscot Foundation, adding to the charity’s ability to support aspiring solicitors from less-advantaged backgrounds.

Lawscot Foundation students selected for work placement with Anderson Strathern

In May two Lawscot Foundation students were selected to spend a week of paid work experience placement in the Edinburgh offices of Anderson Strathern.

Clark Foundation signs on as new Lawscot Foundation sponsor

The Lawscot Foundation’s programme to assist aspiring solicitors from less-advantaged backgrounds will be further expanded, thanks to a new sponsorship agreement with the Clark Foundation.

Publisher Bloomsbury to sponsor new Lawscot Foundation students

The Lawscot Foundation will be strengthening its support to future bursary recipients, thanks to a sponsorship agreement with Scottish law and tax publisher Bloomsbury Professional.

Applications open for next round of Lawscot Foundation bursaries

We've opened applications for this year’s round of grants for academically talented students from less-advantaged backgrounds in Scotland to study law.