Keeping LAOL secure: Introducing Multi Factor Authentication
4 December 2025
To increase the security on the SLAB systems we will be introducing Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) for users of Legal Aid Online (LAOL).
Vacancies
Join our Board: recruitment process underway for five Board Members
3 December 2025
Scottish Ministers are looking to appoint five new members to our Board. Closing date for applications is 12 January 2026.
All solicitor updates
Policies and guidance published on the preparation and assessment of counsel fees
3 December 2025
Comprehensive accounts guidance is now available to counsel, or those involved in framing counsel claims, where work has been done under all types of legal aid
General
St Andrew’s Day and festive closures: Payment arrangements and emergency Helpline
17 November 2025
Details of payment dates and SLAB office closures for St Andrew’s Day, Christmas and New Year, including our emergency Helpline for urgent legal aid assistance.
Vacancies
Vacancy: Solicitor – CLAO Edinburgh
7 November 2025
We’re looking for a committed Solicitor to join us & handle a varied legal aid caseload, delivering high-quality, trauma-informed legal advice & representation.
General
Reform vital for Scotland’s legal aid system despite record annual spend
30 October 2025
Our Annual Report and Accounts for the financial year ending 31 March 2025 published today reveals record legal aid spending of £169 million.
Vacancies
Vacancy: Solicitor – CLAO Aberdeen
24 October 2025
An excellent opportunity for anyone who excels at civil litigation to help shape how we deliver impactful legal services & promote access to justice.
All solicitor updates
Solicitor satisfaction surveys
9 October 2025
We will be issuing micro-surveys measuring solicitor satisfaction with our applications and accounts service for civil, children’s and criminal legal aid.
General
Phone system issues resolved
29 September 2025
The earlier issues with our phone system have been traced and resolved
Vacancies
Vacancy: Solicitor – PDSO Edinburgh
19 September 2025
A great opportunity for an excellent criminal litigator to make a real difference by delivering impactful legal services & promoting access to justice.
