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15 granted Diversity Access Scheme scholarships

26 September 2022
Issue: 7996 / Categories: Legal News , Diversity , Profession , Career focus
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Scholarships have been awarded to 15 aspiring solicitors under the Law Society Diversity Access Scheme (DAS). 

The scheme, which has helped more than 250 students, aims to support those who face exceptional social, educational, financial or personal obstacles to become solicitors.

Law Society president I Stephanie Boyce said: ‘I hugely admire DAS awardees’ achievements in the face of great challenges—previous scholars spent their childhoods in care, are disabled, and others escaped oppressive regimes.’

Peter Liver, chief operations director at the College of Legal Practice, a DAS sponsor, said students who joined through the scheme would be supported ‘every step of the way’. 

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