Ampersand Advocates Clinical Negligence Seminar 2023

Ampersand was delighted to confirm our Clinical Negligence seminar for 2023. This afternoon half day event attracted 3 hours of CPD and was followed by a social hour.

Chaired by Lisa Henderson KC, the full programme was:

As part of our commitment to this area of practice there was no charge for practitioners attending this event.

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Inspire MediLaw event: Medico-legal Issues in Misdiagnosis/Delayed Diagnosis of Cancer

* External provider: Inspire MediLaw *

This event, which is designed for clinical negligence lawyers, will help you understand the key issues arising in misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis in cancer claims.

Chaired by Lauren Sutherland KC, from Ampersand Advocates, this event has a practical, interactive focus. You’ll learn from some of the UK’s top cancer specialists, who will talk you through real clinical case studies and provide valuable insights into clinical negligence claims.

What you’ll learn

  • Improve your assessment of cancer claims
  • Find out what constitutes reasonable practice and what could form the basis for a successful claim/defence in key areas
  • Learn about the latest medical developments in cancer investigation, surgery and treatment
  • Find out what is time-critical in cancer diagnoses
  • Gain CPD points.

This event also gives you an excellent opportunity to network with legal professionals and medical experts working in these specialist areas.

Full details, including speaker James McConnell of Ampersand Advocates can be found here: Medico-legal Issues in Cancer Diagnoses (inspiremedilaw.co.uk)

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So you want to be… an Advocate?

The Scottish Young Lawyers’ Association (SYLA), in partnership with Ampersand Advocates, is hosting an event for those interested in becoming an Advocate.

Have you ever wondered what life is like as an Advocate? How do you make that jump from life as a solicitor or trainee?

Attendees will hear from Advocates at various stages of their career at the bar: Fiona Drysdale, advocate and deputy Clerk of Faculty, Katharine Muir advocate, Scott Clair advocate, Paul Reid advocate and First Standing Junior to the Scottish Government. They will talk about their journey to the Bar, their experiences and they will share their tips for those considering a career as an Advocate.

Chaired by Alan Moffat, Practice Manager, there will be an opportunity to ask the panel members questions at the end of the event.

This is a hybrid event with in-person attendance on a first come first service basis. Event starts at 5.30pm.

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PEOPIL event: Birth Injury and Medical Negligence Seminar

* Exclusive event for members of AJJ and Peopil. Co‐Presented with AAJ’s Birth Trauma Litigation Group and the Medical Negligence Information Exchange Group *

Chaired by Lauren Sutherland KC.

Full details of this event can be found on the PEOPIL website here: AAJ/PEOPIL Birth Injury and Medical Negligence Seminar – Florence, 4-5 September 2023

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SPLGELBG event: The Roy Martin QC Winter Seminar 2022

* Scottish Planning, Local Government and Environmental Law Bar Group event *

Followed by the SPLGELBG Annual Champagne Reception in the Laigh Hall, Parliament House, from 5.45pm to 8pm.

There is no charge for attending however prior booking is necessary.

To reserve a space at the seminar, reception or both, please contact Emma Caskie-Potter:
Tel: 0131 260 5830 | Email: planninggroup@advocates.org.uk

Places strictly limited – first come first served

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HYBRID EVENT with the SYLA – So you want to be an Advocate?

The Scottish Young Lawyers’ Association (SYLA), in partnership with Ampersand Advocates, is hosting an event for those interested in becoming an Advocate.

Have you ever wondered what life is like as an Advocate? How do you make that jump from life as a solicitor or trainee? What should you know before doing so?

Attendees will hear from Advocates at various stages of their career at the bar: The Lord Advocate Dorothy Bain QC, Usman Tariq, Mary Ellen Stewart and current devil Ayla Iridag. They will talk about their journey to the Bar, their experiences and they will share their tips for those considering a career as an Advocate.

There will be an opportunity to ask the panel members questions at the end of the event.

This is a hybrid event with a limited number of places available for in-person attendance on a first come first service basis.

The recording of this event can be viewed here.

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