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“I'm a bit rebellious – whenever someone told me I was wasting my time in law, I tried harder”

Solicitor and legal content creator Chrissie Wolfe reveals how becoming self-employed has transformed her career in law.

Impact story: disability inclusive recruitment at Irwin Mitchell

This impact story looks at how Irwin Mitchell set out to actively address its recruitment practices with a view to making these more inclusive and...

Westminster update: peers raise our concerns on data protection

Your weekly Westminster updates: concerns with the Data Bill, government pressed on legal aid funding, calls to introduce anti-SLAPP legislation and consultation on leasehold reform.

Law Society publishes guidance on disability terminology

To coincide with Disability History Month, the Law Society of England and Wales has published guidance on disability terminology and language to support employers and...

Celebrating Disability History Month 2024

This Disability History Month 2024, join us in celebrating the contributions of disabled solicitors in the legal profession and across society as we embrace this...

“I do the job to get justice for the most vulnerable in society”

Kevin McManamon tells us about his “drive to make a difference” and why he dances on his desk to celebrate successes.

Kiera O'Connor talks school exclusion, self advocacy and social mobility

Discover how Kiera O’Connor overcame personal struggles, fought for a chance to learn and how her desire to help others keeps her motivated.

In defence of flexible working

As a passionate advocate for flexible working practices, Kimberley Whitaker shares her experiences and champions the positive impacts it can have, including wellbeing and staff...

Five GCSEs and crippling anxiety: how Josh Ackroyd became a senior Crown prosecutor

When Josh left school at 16, he never imagined he would become a solicitor. Find out how he overcame anxiety and qualified with the help...

Legal Hero Pauline Campbell talks doubts, determination and diversity

As a solicitor on a mission for social justice, Pauline Campbell was announced as a 2024 Legal Hero.

Law Society publishes guidance to support Black or minority ethnic students entering the profession

To coincide with Black History Month, we have published new guidance to support black or minority ethnic students entering into the profession.

Reclaiming narratives – Black History Month 2024

This Black History Month, join us in celebrating the stories of black solicitors as we embrace this year’s theme: ‘reclaiming narratives’.

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