Women in the Law – Page 6
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FeatureAnswering the call
Women were admitted to the profession a century ago but the Law Society was slow to provide them with their own facilities, writes Eduardo Reyes. A fascinating new book on legal landmarks between the wars recounts how it took a highly symbolic special general meeting to force Chancery Lane’s hand.
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OpinionForgotten regions with invisible communities: will peace ever come to Colombia?
Colombia Caravana visits the country to investigate the situation of human rights defenders in the post Peace Accord period.
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News'Progressive' parental leave policy cuts billing targets for fee-earners
IP specialist becomes latest organisation to introduce single policy accessible to all staff irrespective of gender.
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OpinionMother in Law: A message to my immigration team colleagues
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England.
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NewsFirm announces it will pay for staff to take fertility tests
Pioneering managing partner creates free reproductive health benefits.
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OpinionMother in Law: Procrastination part 2 – slay the day!
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England.
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NewsCouncil publicly welcomes local government chief
Newham mayor says elected members and officers will benefit from Rachel McKoy's wise counsel.
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ProfileLawyer in the news: Francesca Cociani, Hodge Jones & Allen
Senior associate, Hodge Jones & Allen.
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NewsDoing the heavy lifting at Talbots
Legal assistant Lily Smalley prepares to travel to the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championship later this year.
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OpinionMind the caring gap
Caring for someone else isn’t so much of an ‘if’ but a ‘when’ for most of us. Employers need to implement policies that address the unpredictable and emotional nature of caring.
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NewsAspiring solicitor who spent 13 years in care system celebrates milestone
Harpreet Powar was told to be realistic about her career ambitions - now she is one step closer to becoming a solicitor.
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NewsSmall Heath girl’s big day
Commencement of a new lord chancellor’s tenure is all rather uplifting.
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OpinionMother in Law: Procrastination part 1
Diary of a busy practitioner, juggling work and family somewhere in England.
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ProfileLawyer in the news: Dearbhla Minogue, Bindmans
Consultant solicitor, Bindmans, and senior lawyer with Global Legal Action Network.
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OpinionMahmood's swearing-in ceremony felt extra special
Watching a female lord chancellor be greeted by the lady chief justice outside the Royal Courts of Justice is a moment I will never forget.
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NewsSolicitor takes late mother's firm deeper into heart of the community
Daughter reflects on firm's achievements since she decided to continue her mother's legacy.