Membership
The SSC Society has members throughout Scotland. They range from trainees to retired members.
Membership of the Society is open to all solicitors who are members of the Law Society of Scotland, as well as trainees and associate members. There is a one-off admission fee and an annual subscription.
An application for membership requires sponsorship by two members. The relevant documents specified on the application form must be supplied.
Why become a member?
The benefits of being an SSC Society member include access to the well-stocked legal library which provides a quiet working environment. Facilities include wifi, printing, scanning and copying. Lockers are also available on request. You will also have access to a range of ebooks including Renton and Brown loose leafs and Bloomsbury Scots Law service as well as a legal research service.
The newly refurbished Members' Lounge has a tannoy from the courts with regular updates. There are a range of work and social spaces including two meeting booths which are fully soundproofed and equipped with Wifi. Kitchen facilities are also available
The Library, Lounge and booths have secure door access. Members can register and receive a card from the library.
The SSC Society holds regular CPD and TCPD events which are free to members. There are quarterly members' meetings and social events.
Admission Dues
There is a one-off joining fee of £100.
Membership categories & Annual Subscription
Ordinary Members practising in Edinburgh - £200
Ordinary Members practising outwith Edinburgh - £150
Members in Public Service - £150
Those holding Judicial Office, Quasi-Judicial Office & Tribunal Chairs - £150
Members not Principals of a firm, in their first four years of Membership - £70
Associate members - £45
Retired Members/ Trainees - £25
Members Area
You will find minutes of previous members' meetings and SSC Society documents here.
Please contact enquiries@ssclibrary.co.uk for access