Why do Black Lawyers Matter?

• Black lawyers are the least represented ethnicity in the UK of all qualified solicitors

• Black lawyers represent only 3% of all qualified lawyers – source SRA 2020

• Black partners make up less than 1% of all partners

• Many law firms and legal teams have 0 Black partners or senior legal staff

We are committed to levelling the playing field for Black lawyers in the UK.

We strive for equality of access, the promotion and retention of Black solicitors and ultimately increased representation at the highest levels within the legal profession.