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+ Lawyers Division 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