Lecture Night (Online) – Underrepresented Groups

At this Qualifying Session students will receive a lecture on enhancing diversity in the legal profession: recruitment, retention, and promotion of underrepresented groups.

This session is being delivered via Zoom.  Login details will be sent one working day before the event.

Speaker(s)/Tutor(s): Chair: Lisa Roberts KC, Panellist: Winston Hunter KC

QS value: 1

QS theme: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Interactive?: No

Timings: 17.45: Registration. 18:00 until 19.30

Materials and Preparation: No preparation required

Learning Aims: The aim of this Qualifying Session is for students to gain a better understanding of the challenges faced by those who are underrepresented at the Bar.

Professional Statement Reference: (Access the full Professional Statement for Barristers here):

1.1 : Uphold the reputation of the Bar and observe their duty to the court in the administration of justice

2.1 : Act with the utmost integrity and independence at all times, in the interests of justice, representing clients with courage, perseverance and fearlessness.

1.16 : Comply with regulatory requirements set down by the Bar Standards Board, including the Code of Conduct.

Accessibility: Information on step free routes and more can be found on our Accessibility page.

Conduct: Lincoln’s Inn is committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment. We expect everyone engaging with us to uphold these standards. Unacceptable behaviour will be challenged.

Cancellation Policy: Students should consider all bookings a professional commitment and should only book onto an event if they fully plan on attending. Once booked on, students will be unable to cancel and receive a refund other than in exceptional circumstances.

This event is a Qualifying Session.