Diversity and criminal law practice in Scotland: spaces for voices

On the 23rd April 2025 the Edinburgh Foundation for Women in Law will host an event on ‘Diversity and criminal law practice in Scotland: spaces for voices’. In this roundtable we will explore and unpack the challenges to representation and diversity faced within Scots criminal law practice. This event will take place from 12.00-1.30pm in the Moot Court Room at Edinburgh Law School. The session will begin with a panel discussion chaired by Naeema Yaqoob Sajid (Diversity+), before an open roundtable discussion with the audience. Lunch will be provided.

 

Panellists include:

• Lisa Gillespie KC, Deputy Principal Crown Counsel, Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal Service
• Lindsay Jack, Head of Diversity, Careers and Outreach at Law Society of Scotland
• Frances Mcmenamin KC, Faculty of Advocates
• Lady Rita Rae
• Dr Rachel Wallace, Disabling Barriers Scotland and Lecturer at University of Dundee

 

The Edinburgh Foundation for Women in Law (EFWiL) aims to advance gender equality and empower women in the legal profession. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters professional growth, leadership development and career advancement of women in law.

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