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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.Episode 27: disability and the legal profession; what needs to change – with Demi Rixon
Demi Rixon opens up about her experiences pursuing a legal career as a disabled candidate. Listen now!Insights into diversity in the legal profession
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?Neurodiversity in firms: acknowledging the benefits
Roughly 3% of solicitors are disabled, compared with 19% of the working-age population, according to recent statistics from the Law Society (Legally Disabled and Cardiff University).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?Ramadan: how law firms can support their employees
This LCN Feature outlines some practical and emotional steps law firms can take to support Muslim employees during this period.Your essential links
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Read this LCN Says for advice from diversity assistant and aspiring lawyer Demi Rixon, the Abled Lawyer.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.Browse the latest content and upcoming events
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