 In recent years, increasing numbers of advocates have come to the Scottish Bar after some time as solicitors, but it is possible to qualify with a law degree, after twenty-one months traineeship in a solicitor's office and almost a year as a 'devil', or apprentice advocate.There are exceptions for lawyers who are qualified in other European jurisdictions, but all must take the training course as 'devils'.Until 2007, a number of young European lawyers were given a placement with advocates under the European Young Lawyers Scheme organized by the British Council.