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Job Vacancy – Solicitor / Newly Qualified Solicitor (Road Traffic Personal Injury Team)

May 1, 2026 by Recruitment

Location: Glasgow City Centre (hybrid office/home working)Hours: Full time (35 hours), permanentSalary: Competitive and dependent on experienceReports to: Partner The Role We are currently seeking a Solicitor to join our Road Traffic Personal Injury Team … Read more

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My Work‑Based Learning Experience at Jackson Boyd

April 27, 2026 by Jackson Boyd

As part of her Diploma in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Strathclyde, Ava Ferguson recently completed a Work-Based Learning placement at Jackson Boyd alongside her role as a paralegal. She currently assists with … Read more

Recruitment

Job Vacancy – Solicitor / Newly Qualified Solicitor (Employment)

May 1, 2026April 23, 2026 by Recruitment

Primary Location: Glasgow City Centre – hybrid office/home working Hours of Work: Full time (35 hours), Permanent Salary: Competitive and dependant on experience Reports to: Partner Description of Role We are currently seeking a Solicitor to join … Read more

David McKinney

Judicial College Guidelines Update: 18th Edition Changes and Scottish Relevance

April 13, 2026 by David McKinney

The Judicial College Guidelines (“JCG”) are an established and widely used tool in the valuation of personal injury claims. Although produced for England and Wales, they play a significant and practical role in Scottish litigation, … Read more

Patrick Hannon

Hybrid Proof: What is it and How Does it Work?

April 8, 2026 by Patrick Hannon

There have been many lasting changes to the way we work in response to the COVID-19 pandemic six years ago, but one positive has been the legal profession’s increased use of remote technology. Courts are … Read more

Laurie Anderson

National Minimum Wage Increase in Scotland: Key Changes from April 2026

April 2, 2026April 2, 2026 by Laurie Anderson

From 1 April 2026, new National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW) rates have come into force across the UK, including Scotland. These changes, recommended by the Low Pay Commission and accepted by … Read more

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Work-Based Learning Placement at Jackson Boyd: Gaining Experience in Personal Injury Law

March 27, 2026 by Jackson Boyd

By Callum Byres Work-Based Learning at Jackson Boyd Alongside my current role as a Paralegal in the RTA Litigation team, I am currently studying the Diploma in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Strathclyde. … Read more

Rebecca Isles

Workplace Equity in Scotland: What the Employment Rights Act 2025 Could Mean for Women at Work

March 16, 2026 by Rebecca Isles

Despite significant progress toward gender equality, women in Scotland continue to face a number of structural challenges in the workplace. Improvements have been made in areas such as equal pay, maternity protections and anti-discrimination law. … Read more

Alan Cameron

Middle East Flight Disruption: Your Flight Delay and Cancellation Rights Under UK261

March 6, 2026 by Alan Cameron

Ongoing conflict in the Middle East has caused disruption to many international flights from the UK. Passengers experiencing flight delays or cancellations still have important rights under UK261. These include the possibility of compensation and … Read more

Craig McCann

Ask Our Experts: What You Need To Know About The Motor Insurers’ Bureau

March 6, 2026March 3, 2026 by Craig McCann

Being involved in a road accident is stressful, but it can be even more frustrating if the other driver is uninsured or leaves the scene without exchanging details. Jackson Boyd solicitor, Craig McCann, offers up … Read more

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