The Law Society is trying to understand the impact that the drop in billing due to Covid-19 has had on SMPs. If you would like to participate and are happy to talk to the Law Society, please answer the below questions by e-mail: defendinglegalaid@lawsociety.org.uk Has your SMP been cut by the LAA since the start…
Do you work closely with Junior Lawyers? If so, SBA – The Solicitors’ Charity needs your help in reaching those at the start of their careers. Please share this post with your colleagues. By now, you may be aware of SBA’s COVID-19 Support Hub and £1 million Personal Hardship Fund for those affected by coronavirus. Since launching these a few months…
Dear members, As we come to terms with the unprecedented and profound impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we at BSN are focusing on how we can best support each other. In light of the Government’s recent compulsory measures prohibiting, among other things, public gatherings of more than two people, and the uncertainty surrounding this…
This public event is aimed at affected individuals, community leaders, charities and support groups. It will offer practical information about the Windrush Compensation Scheme in addition to help and support on how to make a claim. For additional information about the Scheme, and information about how to apply, please visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/windrush-compensation-scheme There is also a…
Stephen Friday – BSN Director and Co-Founder It is with deep sadness that we announce the untimely passing of one of the founders and a Director of the Black Solicitors Network (BSN), Stephen Friday, on 13 May 2019. It is often said that the good die young. That is the thought that comes to mind…
Diversity and inclusion role models, champions and leaders were honoured at the 9th Annual UK Diversity Legal Awards ceremony on Tuesday, 21 November at the prestigious Grange St Paul’s Hotel, London! This year we were delighted to showcase an incredible line-up of finalists representing a broad spectrum of diversity, including gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental…
Following a competitive and rigorous, year-long process, the SRA have appointed Kaplan as its assessment organisation to develop and run the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). Join the SRA at one of their roundtable events, where you can meet Kaplan and share your views on the SQE. These events will give you the opportunity to: · …
The Black Solicitors Network is an award winning not-for-profit organisation of 20+ years standing, committed to achieving equality of access, retention and promotion of black solicitors. Our membership has grown markedly over the years, but we remain keen to encourage more like-minded individuals to join our network. Membership is open to aspiring and practising solicitors/lawyers and non-lawyers…
Council Summary 21 March 2018 CEO Report to Council
Law Society – Council Summary CEO Report
