Next 100 Years: Women In Law’s Post

This College of Law article is important because it demonstrates that in 2022 despite the fact that according to the NSW Law Society, 54% of the profession are women there are still great disparities. A closer examination shows that less than a third of women lead law firms (29% are partners/principals). By contrast, over half of male solicitors are partners/principals (54%).The remaining 71% of female solicitors are employees, while this figure is only 46% for male solicitors. The Working Culture of many law firms is still underpinned by beliefs and values that do not provide an equal playing field. Let's change it by speaking up whenever will see this disparity in action.

🤞Good luck to everyone getting their A level results and looking to embark on their legal career by applying to study undergraduate law studies Women have been outnumberint men for years now in the % of undergrads studying law - in 2023, they made up **67%** of law course applications! **2022 and 2023 Applications**: over 100,000 women applied to study law, compared to just over 50,000 men (2:1 ratio) 📊 - **Application Growth**: Female applications have increased by **13%** over the past 3 years, while male applications rose by **4%** - **Total Applications**: Overall law applications have surged by over **17,000** since 2019, reflecting a growing interest in legal careers among young people - **Acceptance Rates**: Of the UK students accepted onto law courses, **15,120** were female and **6,440** were male Let’s see if the 2024 stats will confirm this growing representation of women in law! 🚀👩⚖️ #womeninlaw #futuretalent #womenlawyers

It will come as no surprise to many that 64% of respondents did not think becoming a #solicitor was available to everyone due to a mixture of socio-economic barriers and lack of connections. Granted, there is some element of perception involved here due to what people see on TV which form their opinions of what lawyers look like, how they behave and the privilege they enjoy. Growing up, I was guilty of thinking the law was full of middle-upper class, mostly white, middle-aged, straight men and therefore it was no place for me. Whilst things have improved somewhat, there remain too many barriers to achieving true diversity in the legal profession, both for those entering it and for those already in it who subsequently find there are few people like them in the profession. This is one of the reasons I champion alternative routes like CILEX as a way into the profession which are more viable for those from poorer backgrounds and because the profession won't change without people from all backgrounds bringing in diversity of thought. #EqualityandDiversity should not be treated as buzzwords but followed with real, impactful action. https://lnkd.in/eeRPjzfz

I LOVE this picture by Marcus Jamieson-Pond FRSA from the celebrations at Royal Courts of Justice earlier this week Of course I love all the photos of the pioneering women in law present in the room. It was uplifting to realise just how many history makers we filmed for #first100years (76 to be exact!) But this photo is more expressive for me personally not because I feature in it, but because this welcome embrace made me reflect on my own journey of **Belonging** in the legal profession ...As someone who came to law late, having qualified at 32. ... As someone out of step with my trainee cohort meant that .... ... for years I felt like an outsider in the legal world Too many of those coming behind us tell me they are still in persuit of **finding my place** in a profession that still feels exclusive to many ... Thank you Marcus for capturing this moment in this photo - a sea of brilliant minds, open hearts, and outstretched hands. Although I was one of the few women there **not** to be a King's Counsel, as the night was a celebration of them, it proved to me that hard work and perseverance can help you get there in the end... We need to do more to welcome the next generation of legal professionals: • Mentoring young talents • Opening doors that were once closed • Creating spaces where everyone feels valued To my fellow legal professionals: let's ensure that no one feels like an outsider in our field! Play your part! #LegalInclusion #WomenInLaw #Mentorship #BelongingMatters

"The Making of Lawyers' Careers provides an unprecedented account of the last two decades of the legal profession in the United States, offering a data-backed look at the structure of the profession and the inequalities that early-career lawyers face across race, gender, and class distinctions." (TaxProf Blog) https://lnkd.in/g5f-_43y #legalcareer #younglawyers #lawgrads #lawpractice

Harvard Highlights Groundbreaking Research on Legal Careers 🕵️♀️💣 Hey legal eagles! 🦅 Harvard Law School's The Practice mag just dropped a 🔥 new study on lawyer life! ⚖️ Based on the epic After the JD Project, the book "The Making of Lawyers’ Careers: Inequality and Opportunity in the American Legal Profession" spills the tea on over 5,000 lawyers. ☕️ So, what did they find? 👀 Career Paths: Half of top law school grads land at big firms, while others fly solo or join smaller teams, government, or business. 💼 Job Satisfaction: Despite the legal grind, 78% of lawyers love their job! 🤩 Bias: Lawyers of color, women, and LGBTQ+ folks face more bias than their white male peers. 💔 Money Matters: Women earn less, and dads get a pay bump! 💰 Partnership Problems: White lawyers are more likely to be partners, and the gap keeps growing. 📈 Student Debt: African American lawyers owe more, and only 28% are debt-free after 12 years. 💸 Key Takeaways: 🔑 Where You Work Matters: Big firms offer perks, but can be stressful. Smaller firms have different challenges. ⚖️⚖️ Mentorship is Magic: A good mentor can skyrocket your career. Find one! 🧙♀️ Inequality Still Exists: The legal world needs to do better for everyone. Let's change that! 💪 This study is a wake-up call! 🚨 Let's build a legal world that's fair for all. ⚖️ Interested in learning more? Dive into these insights and join the conversation on creating a more inclusive legal world. #LegalCareers #DiversityInLaw #HarvardLaw #AfterTheJDProject #LegalMentorship

In my view, the legal field is tough for everyone, regardless of gender. It is full of different struggles every day. The Legal World has given me a chance to address challenges faced by women in the legal field and offer advice to newcomers. From navigating office dynamics to courtroom pressures and dealing with clients, each step brings its own hurdles. PS. Legal World serves as a platform for law students, CSS/Judicial aspirants, and lawyers, providing support, and opportunities for education and empowerment. It facilitates learning through access to diverse perspectives, guidance on navigating the legal profession, and sharing experiences to foster growth and advancement. #law #legalworld

Women continue to make major strides in representation in the legal industry, and this article has some fascinating statistics. Here are some key ones: - Women now make up over 56% of the overall law school student body, up from just 9% in 1970. - Women make up 41% of attorneys in the U.S. and are are predicted to be a majority within the next 20 years. - Still, women only make up 28% of law firm partners, although this is an all-time high. https://lnkd.in/gKDbfTT5

"Earlier this month, the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) released its annual analysis of U.S. law school employment outcomes External link opens in new browser window which includes a detailed breakdown of employment gaps based on race and ethnicity." (LSAC) https://lnkd.in/eYGxCjNC #diversityinlaw #legaldiversity #blacklawyers #equity #DEI #legalindustry

Continuing our Celebrating Women in Law Campaign and next up, is the brilliant Gayle Cosgrove ⭐ Gayle is a first year LLB student at the Open University, NALP trained Paralegal Technician, successful mid-life career changer now working at Shakespeare Martineau / Corclaim! Gayle's pieces of advice for fellow women in law: 'I've got two pieces of advice. Firstly, be the mistress of your own chessboard, and make your "why not" list your "to do" list. Everyone has reasons why they shouldn't do something. I did too. But slowly work things around, like pieces on a chessboard, until your "why not" isn't on that list. And secondly, enjoy it. If you enjoy it, that's half the battle!' Read more about Gayle's career so far and what she hopes for her legal career below 👇 #womeninlaw #lawstudent #paralegal #careerchanger #legalcareer