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Members of the Scottish Civil Justice Council

(solicitor member)

 

 

The Scottish Civil Justice Council is seeking a solicitor member to join the Council.

The Scottish Civil Justice Council (SCJC) was established in May 2013 In addition to preparing rules for the Scottish civil courts, it has a remit to provide advice and make recommendations to the Lord President and Scottish Ministers on the development of the Scottish civil justice system.

The SCJC’s Strategic Plan 2026-2029 sets out the Council’s vision and objectives for the coming years. The latest Annual Report 2025/26 and Annual Programme 2026/27 sets out the SCJC’s current priorities and ongoing programme of work.

When appointed, a member will hold office for a period of three years and should be willing to commit approximately 6 days a year to Council business.

Candidates should have suitable experience to enable them to:

  • contribute to the development and approval of Rules for the Court of Session and sheriff court civil proceedings ensuring sufficient levels of scrutiny and challenge is being applied;
  • advise and make recommendations to the Lord President on the development of the civil justice system; and
  • agree the SCJC annual report and programme of work. 


Successful candidates will meet one or more of the criteria as set out in the Lord President’s Statement of Appointment Practice under the headings of: legal knowledge and skills; understanding of people and society; knowledge and understanding of the wider justice system and issues affecting it; and personal qualities.  

The Lord President is committed to the principles of appointment on merit and to the well-informed choice of individuals who, through their abilities, experience and qualities match the requirements of the post.  

If you are interested in applying to become a member of the SCJC, the application pack, including candidate information forms, can be found below. 

2. Solicitor Candidate Information Form
 3. Solicitor Application Form

Please submit your application to scjc@scotcourts.gov.uk. 

For further information please contact Jessica Flynn, Business Manager at scjc@scotcourts.gov.uk

Closing date for applications is 21 September 2026.

Interviews will be held on Friday 09 October.