DISABLING BARRIERS SCOTLAND - CREATING A CULTURE OF BELONGING IN THE SCOTTISH LEGAL PROFESSION

Following a momentous 2024, Disabling Barriers Scotland (DBS) announces partnerships with six new legal partners; Addleshaw Goddard, Brodies, Thorntons Solicitors, McGovern Reid Court Lawyers, Scullion Law and Shepherd and Wedderburn.

The charity will be hosting a variety of events with their new partners in 2025, starting with Creating a Culture of Belonging in the Scottish Legal Profession with Shepherd and Wedderburn.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday 11 February 2025, 12:00 - 13:00

Speakers: Gillian Carty (Partner and Chair, Shepherd and Wedderburn), Lindsay Jack (Head of Diversity, Careers and Outreach, Law Society of Scotland) and Fraser Mackay (DBS Chair and Co-Founder).

This event explores the importance of fostering inclusive and welcoming environments within the Scottish legal profession. The challenges and opportunities surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion will be explored. Panellists will discuss how to build a profession where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Through engaging discussions, expert insights, and practical strategies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to create lasting, positive change within their workplaces and the wider legal community. This event is essential for anyone committed to building a more representative and equitable future for the Scottish legal profession.

Read more about the mission of DBS and their recent achievements in the article below.

For further information, please visit Disabling Barriers Scotland on LinkedIn or email contactus@dbscotland.org.

DBS is a Scottish registered charity SC053043 administered by the Society’s Governance and Charities team.