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19 February 2020
Issue: 7875 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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The Law Society’s Diversity Access Scheme (DAS) has opened its doors for the 2020 cohort
DAS aims to improve social mobility in the profession by supporting those facing exceptional social, educational, financial or personal obstacles to qualify as a solicitor. It finances the Legal Practice Course, arranges high-quality work experience and provides mentorship and networking opportunities.

Law Society President Simon Davis said: ‘For our profession to thrive, we need talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.’ Up to 10 trainees will be accepted this year. Apply by 20 April.

For more information, contact Leila Lesan at diversityaccessscheme@lawsociety.org.uk.

Issue: 7875 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

NLJ career profile: Liz McGrath KC

NLJ career profile: Liz McGrath KC

A good book, a glass of chilled Albarino, and being creative for pleasure help Liz McGrath balance the rigours of complex bundles and being Head of Chambers

Burges Salmon—Matthew Hancock-Jones

Burges Salmon—Matthew Hancock-Jones

Firm welcomes director in its financial services financial regulatory team

Gateley Legal—Sam Meiklejohn

Gateley Legal—Sam Meiklejohn

Partner appointment in firm’s equity capital markets team

NEWS

Walkers and runners will take in some of London’s finest views at the 16th annual charity event

Law school partners with charity to give free assistance to litigants in need

Could the Labour government usher in a new era for digital assets, ask Keith Oliver, head of international, and Amalia Neenan FitzGerald, associate, Peters & Peters, in this week’s NLJ

An extra bit is being added to case citations to show the pecking order of the judges concerned. Former district judge Stephen Gold has the details, in his ‘Civil way’ column in this week’s NLJ

The Labour government’s position on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is not yet clear

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