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EDUCATE.

ENTERTAIN.

REPRESENT.

Scottish Young Lawyers Association

Supporting & Connecting junior lawyers across Scotland

Educate

High quality learning, CPD opportunities and resources to help you grow and devlop.
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Entertain

Socialising and networking events are at the heart of the SYLA offering
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Represent

Coming together as a collective of young lawyers to enact positive industry changes
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​Welcome to the Scottish Young Lawyers' Association

The Scottish Young Lawyers’ Association (SYLA) is Scotland’s leading membership organisation for junior lawyers. Our objectives are to educate, represent and entertain our members. Our membership is comprised of law students to solicitors of up to 10 years’ post-qualification-experience or advocates up to 10 years called.



  • Open to all junior lawyers (0-10 years PQE)
  • Inclusive, supportive and independent
  • Run by volunteers for junior lawyers

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Learning Hub

Your go-to place for podcasts, CPD videos and blogs. Learn, listen and stay informed whenever you need it.
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Podcasts

Listen to our podcasts with legal experts and thought leaders.
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CPD Videos

Watch CPD-accredited sessions and event recordings.
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Blogs

Read insights, career advice and updates from across the sector
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If you are a student, we would suggest signing up with a personal email address to ensure that you continue receiving updates from us after you finish your studies.