WHY?

The pay gap between male and female lawyers in the UK is 26%; one of the largest gender pay gaps of any industry. Based on the current rate of progress, it will take 86 years to close the pay gap.

Whilst 61% of newly qualified solicitors are women, by the time we reach partnership level, the figure falls dramatically to 35%. For the top 10 firms in the UK, the figure is just 18%.

We aim to challenge this landscape and talk about the issues which affect female lawyers such as:

·         How to get paid more

·         How to get promoted

·         When is the best time to have kids?

·         Balancing work and home

·         Working through the menopause

 We aim to provide a friendly space where members can share information and experiences, discuss their challenges in a supportive environment, and learn how to build a better career which fits in with our lives and allows us to fulfil our potential.