Law Society

British  

noun

1. (in England or Scotland) the professional body of solicitors, established in 1825 and entrusted with the registration of solicitors (requiring the passing of certain examinations) and the regulation of professional conduct

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Example Sentences

The Law Society of Scotland would have preferred the unanimity or near-unanimity required by the jury system in England and Wales.

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Paul Gorton, of The Law Society's housing law committee, agreed.

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In a joint statement, Vocal Africa, the Law Society of Kenya and Amnesty International thanked the Kenyan and Ugandan governments, activists, journalists, diplomats and "all active citizens who have tirelessly campaigned for this moment".

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The firm is registered with the Law Society and has branches in Dewsbury and Sheffield.

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However, the Law Society of Scotland has argued that its removal risks an increase in miscarriages of justice.

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