RETAIN · PROGRESS · BUILD STRONGER FIRMS

We surveyed over 109 senior female lawyers across UK law firms and asked them what they wish their firm understood about retaining senior women.

The findings are frank, specific, and in some cases, surprising, including that 71% seriously considered leaving in the last 12 months. This report sets out what's driving that, and what firms can do about it. 

The Female Lawyer Retention Report 2026 

INSIGHTS THAT MATTER

What’s inside the report?

Real Voices

Direct feedback from 100+ senior female lawyers across UK law firms.

Key Findings

The biggest challenges, including the statistic that 71% seriously considered leaving their firm in the last 12 months.

What's Driving It

The real reasons behind attrition, from workload to culture and career progression.

Practical Solutions

What firms can do to keep senior women and build stronger teams.

Retaining senior women is good for business. This report sets out what's driving attrition, and what firms can do about it.

DOWNLOAD THE REPORT HERE