Women in Law Awards challenge norms holding females back

Incisive Media has launched a new addition to its series of diversity events for the legal sector. The Women in Law Awards 2020 will not only celebrate success, but also challenge some of the cultural and business norms that continue to ‘hold women back in the legal profession’, according to the organiser.

The first Women in Law Awards will take place in London on 2nd June 2020, to honour the inspiring achievements of women across all segments of the legal industry and help shape the discussion around how diversity can be improved by showcasing some of the most forward-thinking initiatives.

VITAL EQUALITY TOOL

“Highlighting excellence and achievement is a vital tool in the unfinished battle to establish equality within the legal profession,” stated Simone Broadhurst, Managing Director – Events at Incisive Media. “Although the legal profession has made some good progress towards creating a diverse and inclusive sector, there is still a long way to go, particularly in the area of gender inequality.”

She hopes the Women In Law Awards will do more than reward success and achievement, but also be a ‘catalyst to shape the gender diversity debate by disseminating best practice and challenging some of the cultural and business norms that continue to hold women back’. 

The Women In Law Awards will join Incisive Media’s existing diversity events, which include Women in Insurance Awards, Women in Accountancy and Finance Awards and Women in Investment Awards.

AWARD CATEGORIES & CRITERIA

The awards are open to all firms, companies and individuals operating in the legal sector in the UK, including those based in the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. There are several categories for both individuals and companies, such as ‘Woman of the Year’, ‘Mentor of the Year’, ‘Rising Star of the Year’, ‘Male Champion of the Year’ and ‘Outstanding Returner of the Year’. Click here for a full list of the categories and criteria to enter. 

The judging panel includes Evelyn Styles, UK and Ireland general counsel at Hays; Kathleen Russ, Senior Partner at Travers Smith; Joanna Harris, Head of Responsible Business at Simmons & Simmons; Tuvia Borok, Executive Director and Senior Counsel, Legal Department of Goldman Sachs; and Nicholas Cheffings, Chair of PRIME, an alliance of law firms across the UK committed to improving access to the legal profession through work experience.

For more information about the awards, visit the website. Nominations are open until 5pm on Friday 10th January 2020.