Diversity and Equity

“ Diversity within the profession is both positive and necessary. Law has traditionally been a male dominated profession even though society is increasingly diverse. People need to feel comfortable with their lawyer and this means providing familiarity in terms of religion, ethnicity, and gender.  In order to serve the public effectively, the profession needs to reflect this diversity as well. Setting targets for women and minority groups along with public scrutiny will benefit the profession.”

Mandatory Continuing Legal Education

“Self improvement through CPD is necessary and beneficial. However, CPD can and should be made more affordable to new calls by increasing the income threshold to qualify for the bursury and by offering more innovative means of delivering of teaching materials such as online and with podcasts, thereby increasing accessibility.”

Issues affecting young lawyers

"Practicing law in some ways is like boxing. You can study the sport for years but the real learning begins in the ring. You can get knocked down but each time you get back up you’re a little stronger and a little wiser. And like boxing, you will be better off if you are taught the right techniques from the start.”  

“I think it is important to provide new lawyers with resources that instill the right habits at an early stage. For example, support in the form of mentorship, effective practice management, and balancing work and life are all important things to know, and the earlier the better.