The Law Society is committed to promoting inclusion in the legal profession, reflecting the diversity of our society. The LGBT Lawyers Division is the community for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) lawyers and our allies.
We provide an opportunity for LGBT solicitors to have their voice heard. Our members work in private practice, and in-house within corporate, public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
What does the LGBT Lawyers Division do?
We bring LGBT lawyers together to share best practice, and address current issues and challenges in a supportive environment. We deliver key news, regulatory and management information and bring together our services that are relevant to you.
- We engage with the LGBT legal community and other LGBT groups, and we campaign on behalf of LGBT solicitors.
- We share expertise and experience, and celebrate the achievements of LGBT solicitors
- We provide ad hoc peer support and help LGBT solicitors to overcome isolation
- We deliver key news, regulatory and management information and bring together our services that are relevant to you.
Why should I join?
Make your voice heard by engaging with the Law Society on diversity matters. Membership of the LGBT is free, and is open to all solicitors and their allies.
Members benefit from:
- specialised events and training
- networking opportunities
- regular e-newsletters and updates
- access to a community of LGBT lawyers
- voting rights for division seats on the Law Society’s governing council
Join the LGBT Lawyers Division
To join the LGBT Division, sign up to My Law Society and tick the LGBT lawyers box in Special interests. You will receive regular email updates and tailored content will appear on your My Law Society homepage.
For more information email lgbt@lawsociety.org.uk
Find out about the LGBT committee
Join the LGBT+ Lawyers Division LinkedIn group.