Napier University Law Society

International Law firm Herbert Smith and The Times are once again pleased to annouce the launch of their Advocacy Competition for Students.

This competition has prizes worth over £7,500 for six finalists plus the opportunity to be interviewed for Herbert Smith’s popular vacation scheme. Entrants must be registered at a UK higher or futher education institution or a college of law. They are invited to present their argument around the topic ‘The Class Ceiling: is it breakable or there for good?” A written skeleton argument in no more than 400 words must be submitted by midday on Monday, July 6th. This should be supported by a video presentation on part or all of the arguments (maximum 90 seconds) which should be uploaded to YouTube. The finalists will present before a judging panel at Herbert Smith’s office in the City of London on the afternoon of 21st September. Ken Dale-Risk has kindly offered to assist any students interested in taking part.

For more details on how to enter click here

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The long awaited pictures from the fabulous (and rather drunken) End of Year Law Ball 2009 are now on the gallery. If you have any other pictures you’d like to see added please send them to info@edinburgh-napier-lawsociety.org

Many thanks once again to all those who helped to make the evening such a success.

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Now that exams are over and the pressure is finally off, we have a suggestion to help fill that law-shaped void in your life…

The NULS will be holding Summer Mooting Sessions for those of us keen on honing our skills, and more importantly, honing our CVs – in such a competitive time every edge you have over the other guy is definitely worth having!

These are friendly sessions and will almost always be followed by drinks. This is a great chance to get to meet law students from other universities as, although these sessions are hosted by Napier Law Society, it is open to all universitites and some have already shown a very keen interest.

Our first session is provisionally booked for the 30th June at Vittorias (downstairs) on North Bridge between 2-4 and will be judged by our very own Ken Dale-Risk.

There will be two moots for each session and we are starting off the summer with a nice easy one. If you are interested in mooting or just coming along to watch at first them please email info@edinburgh-napier-lawsociety.org

Hope to see you all there!

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Following a Consultation Paper the Law Society of Scotland (LSoS) have decided to enact major changes to the route to qualification for a solicitor. These changes are important and will affect those graduating in 2011 and beyond.

There are seven major changes taking place including quite drastic changes to the diploma. For example, the diploma will be offered by over 30 institutions and will also be offered on a part-time basis. Traineeships will also be reformed, for example, firms will now be able to offer partial traineeships and therefore firms may ’share’ a traineeship.

The funding for diplomas will also change and there is a specific guidance note for this on the LSoS website. An online portal for trainees geared to more aptly guide them through the process will also be launched.

CPD (continued professional development) is also changing and will require 20 hours/year which will be self certified however the LSoS will check records approx. every four years.

Full details of all the changes are available on the Education and Training section of the LSoS website www.lawscot.org.uk/training/consult/

The LSoS are keen to get feedback from students and answer any questions so please get in touch. They will also soon be revamping their website so if there is something you would like to see please make a suggestion by emailing newlawyers@lawscot.org.uk

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The final two posts for the 09/10 Committee have now been elected. Congratulations to Jamie O’Neill (Treasurer) and Kenny Miller (Events).

2009/2010 Executive Committee:

President – Caroline Thom

Vice-President – Theresa Mutapi

Secretary – Carrie-Ann Scougall

Treasurer – Jamie O’Neill

Events Co-ordinator – Kenny Miller

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A members meeting will be held in the Chapel restaurant at Craiglockhart on Wed 10th June at 12 noon. During this meeting elections will be held for the two vacant Committee posts of Treasurer and Events-Co-ordinator.This meeting will be chaired by the new commitee President Caroline Thom.

The candidates for the post of Events Co-ordinator include Kenny Miller and Jane Hogg. The candidate for the post of Treasurer is Jamie O’Neill.

Proxy votes may be emailed to info@edinburgh-napier-lawsociety.org no later than 12 noon on Wed 10th June.

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The academic year is coming to an end and exams are not far away… This also means that the Masquerade Law Ball is fast approaching, and if you don’t already have your ticket it’s time to buy it now!

If you don’t already know what fabulous things we have planned for the ball you can find out more info here.

27th May is your absolute last chance to get your tickets, so to avoid disappointment, ensure that you get your ticket as soon as possible. Contact us on info@edinburgh-napier-lawsociety.org or visit us at our table in the main foyer at Craiglockhart all day on the 27th.

Hope to see you all there!

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Please note that Victim Support, a charity that helps victims of crime and witnesses, is currently looking for volunteers. This is a great opportunity to get involved in volunteering in a law related field and boost your CV and employability skills at the same time. Have a look at their web site: http://www.victimsupportsco.org.uk/page/index.cfm

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You can now follow the Edinburgh Napier Law Socitey on Twitter!  To make sure you get the latest updates, make sure you follow @napierlawsoc and remember you can use it to also contact us directly!

If you have no idea what this twitter business is then you can find out from this handy guide on the BBC.

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It’s time for you all to sign up for the final, and what will inevitably be, the best event of the academic year – the NULS Law Ball which will take place this year just after the May exams on the 4th June 2009. Curb your excitement, folks! There are plenty of spaces left but only a few weeks to get your tickets…

The venue booked is The Caves and, as befits such a cool venue, the dress code will be formal. This gives all you fit lads with footballers’ legs the chance to don your kilts and for all of you with varicose veins, you get the chance to open a new pair of support stockings to put on under your suit. Girls should wear evening dress and everyone, (yes, everyone), should wear a mask (even your significant others/plus ones/escorts). We’re thinking this could be blessed relief for some folk, (…and there’s a fab prize for the best mask as well as a raffle).
The evening kicks off at 7pm with a drinks reception followed by a three-course dinner, accompanied by wine, (obviously), at eight. A cash bar will also be available. The menu can be found here (please note a vegetarian option will be available). Any specific dietary requirements should be communicated at time of purchase of ticket(s).

Dinner will be followed by a ceilidh/disco and dancing can be had until 2am when the venue closes.
The final ticket prices for members (subsidised) is £50 and for non-members is £55. Tickets can be purchased by visiting us at our various promotional tables or from Committee members – email us at info@edinburgh-napier-lawsociety.org if you have any difficulty locating or contacting Committee members.
So start looking forward to the end of another arduous, academic session or even to graduating and get your tickets!!

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