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Welcome to LCN's Diversity hub, sponsored by Gowling WLG (UK) LLP

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Diversity and inclusion at Gowling WLG

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Diversity and inclusion at Gowling WLG (UK) LLP

The diversity and inclusion (D&I) of our workplace is hugely important to our firm and is reflected in our global values.

Mental health and the legal profession

For many years mental health and the legal profession have been at loggerheads. Long hours, high-intensity workloads and covid-19 are among a seemingly endless list of factors that continue to contribute to the profession’s mental health crisis. And what about those vying to get through the door? The competition is, as ever, fierce and expectations high.

Diversity and inclusion – Q&A

Oratile Jonas is an associate at Gowling WLG (UK) LLP

"Be yourself and be confident in your own ability – never try to change yourself to suit other people’s expectations. Always be mindful and eventually people will adjust to you in the same way you’ll adjust to others."

Drinking culture, religion and networking opportunities

I want to network with my colleagues but I don’t want to drink alcohol – what do I do?

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What is WORK-LIFE BALANCE like in the legal profession?

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The anti-desk stretch with Eloise Skinner

Webinar | Should I do a Master of Laws (LLM)?

Firm insight

Find out about firms' diversity and inclusion initiatives straight from recruiters and practising lawyers

Meet the Lawyer

From secondment opportunities to the firm's diversity networks and friendly culture, Zoya Khan provides an insight into working life at Gowling WLG and the incredible opportunities available to all staff.

Meet the Lawyer

Partner Emily was attracted to studying law by the variety of potential subjects and the problem-solving skills required. She now works on strategic M&A for public and private companies. Read on for more detail on her work at this global elite law firm.

Meet the Lawyer

Associate Maddie Cubbon joined Ropes & Gray four years ago. In this profile she speaks about her unusual journey to becoming a solicitor, her recent client secondment and what makes Ropes & Gray an inclusive firm.

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Episode 36: building a long and sustainable career in law - with Helen Pamely

Ex-lawyer and career coach Helen Pamely discusses why it’s so important to build a long and sustainable career, avoiding burnout, dealing with imposter syndrome and preparing yourself to enter the legal world.

Episode 33: LGBTQ+ inclusion and the legal profession – with Anna Casey-Woodward and Bridget Garrood

In this episode, Anna Casey-Woodward (they/them) and consultant solicitor and collaborative family lawyer Bridget Garrood (she/her) share their experiences of being queer in the legal profession.

Episode 32: neurodiversity and the legal profession – with Phil Steventon

Phil Steventon from The Neurodivergent Lawyer blog shares his experiences and insight into neurodiversity, including how it might impact people’s journey to becoming a lawyer.

Episode 30: diversity and inclusion in the legal profession - with Gowling WLG

In this episode, we speak to Emma Dennis, diversity and Inclusion manager at international law firm Gowling WLG (UK) LLP.

Diversity and inclusion: Q&A with Gowling WLG’s Greg Standing

Head of enterprise risk management, Greg shares his experience at Gowling after losing his hearing and being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.

Disability and inclusion: Q&A with Gowling WLG’s Simon Stephen

Simon Stephen, legal director at Gowling, opens up about how being honest about his mental health over the years has made for a better working environment.

Disability and inclusion: Q&A with Gowling WLG’s Vivienne Reeve

Vivienne Reeve opens up about the two conditions she has been diagnosed with and how she continues to do the job she loves thanks to her supportive team and firm.

Insights into diversity in the legal profession

Why reasonable adjustments can benefit the whole firm

LCN blogger Phil discusses his experiences of requesting reasonable adjustments and how it can benefit all employees in the workplace.

Being proud and queer in the legal profession with Anna Casey-Woodward and Bridget Garrood

Anna Casey-Woodward (they/them) and consultant solicitor and collaborative family lawyer Bridget Garrood (she/her) open up about about their experiences of being queer in the legal profession.

Championing social mobility and disability inclusion in the legal profession

What is the profession doing to break down the obstacles faced by aspiring lawyers from socially disadvantaged backgrounds and those with disabilities?

Law firms take action to increase diversity in the legal profession

Diversity and inclusion is being talked about more than ever. But what are law firms actually doing?

Only 21% of senior leaders in City come from working class families, report finds

The Law Society is in support of a five-point pathway of tangible steps to boost social mobility and break the City’s ‘class ceiling’ following a report from the City’s Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce.

‘Modern and simple terminology’ to be adopted for judges

Lawyers and litigants have been told to address judges in court or at hearings simply as ‘judge’, instead of ‘sir’ or ‘madam’ as part of new guidance.

Browne Jacobson launches virtual work experience programme to improve diversity and inclusion

Browne Jacobson LLP has partnered with one of the world’s leading virtual work experience platforms Forage to launch a brand-new programme that aims to improve diversity and inclusion within the legal sector.

Class pay gap at 13% research reveals

New research from the Social Mobility Foundation has revealed that those from working-class origins earn on average 13.05% less than their middle and upper-class peers.

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Black History Month: five legal books by Black authors to entertain, fascinate and inspire you

In highlighting these voices, we hope to not only expand your legal knowledge but hope that you’ll also be entertained, fascinated and inspired.

What does disability look like?

LCN blogger The Abled Lawyer shares her experiences and insight

How do I figure out which law firms value diversity and inclusion?

"Law firms are always saying they're diverse but how do I decide which firm is the right fit for me?"

Are law firms elitist?

"I didn’t go to a selective school, but have good A levels and my ambition is to be a City lawyer – what does this mean for my chances?"

Covid-19 and the growing gender pay gap

In the 21st Century ‘modern world’ that we live in, it’s alarming that women, and other minority groups, are still facing gender pay discrimination.

Assuring diversity: accessibility and disability in the legal profession

As part of LCN's increased focus on diversity in the legal profession, we have been looking at the relationship between candidates and firms when it comes to diverse talent.

The fight for gender equality continues

International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the achievements of women. This year’s theme is “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”.

LGBTQ+ history: how the legal profession can be a better ally

The laws surrounding lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer (LGBTQ+) rights have been changing for decades. But how do we ensure the revisions to laws are reflected in peoples’ attitudes towards LGBTQ+ individuals? While there have been recent legal changes for the better, prejudices remain engrained in society.

Black candidates share legal recruitment experiences

The number of firms adopting contextual recruitment practices is growing, but structural inequality and a lack of representation at senior levels mean that Black candidates continue to face additional barriers to becoming lawyers.

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