EFWiL Profile of the Profession
Location:
Usha Kasera Lecture Theatre,
School of Law,
Old College,
Edinburgh
Date/time
Tue 4 June 2024
5:30pm - 7:30pm
A summary of the Law Society of Scotland’s Profile of the Profession [external site] concluded there has been good progress in key areas within the legal profession, including retention, earnings and levels of discrimination. Yet, there is still widespread concerns about equitable progression and there is still the existence of a gender pay gap, with 61% of males who qualified six to ten years ago earning £60k+, as opposed to 35% of females.
One year on since the survey closed, the Edinburgh Foundation for Women in Law will convene a panel to discuss their thoughts on the latest Profile of the Profession, what has been done so far, and what is means for the future of the profession.
Conducted every five years, the Profile of the Profession examines equality, diversity and inclusion issues across the profession and gives a unique, in-depth view of the make-up of the profession and the experiences of the law profession. The results of the research directly inform the Society's policy work and how they support members.
About the panel
Elaine MacGlone, is the Equality and Diversity Manager at the Law Society of Scotland. Elaine qualified as a solicitor in 1994, and has worked in equality and diversity at the Society since 2010. Her work includes working with colleagues on the the Profile of the profession survey and reports, which provides a deep dive into the experiences and attitudes of the Scottish solicitor profession. She develops advice and information for the profession and others, this has included managing flexible working, and preventing bullying and harassment in the workplace. She is also a member of the Society’s internal equality, diversity and inclusion group.
Naeema Sajid is a specialist solicitor and founder of Diversity+ [external site]. With over 20 years' experience in the legal sector, becoming Partner at one of the top 10 legal firms in Scotland, Naeema founded Diversity+, a leading Scottish Consultancy specialising in increasing diversity and inclusion in the legal sector. Naeema understands from personal experience the barriers faced by underrepresented groups in the legal sector. Her goal with Diversity+ is to address those barriers and make lasting change.
The discussion will be followed by a drinks reception. The event is for free but registration is required.