About Us

Welcome to the Black Solicitors Network. Within this section you will be able to get a better understanding of who we are, what we're about and the types of people we work with to ensure we can continue to provide a valued and important service to our members.

The Black Solicitors' Network (BSN) was formed in 1995 to promote the interests of black solicitors, for support and sharing information, to participate in consultations, initiated by the Law Society and other Government bodies, in relation to matters which affect black solicitors.

The BSN was recognised as a Law Society Group on the 17th July 2003.

A not-for-profit company, the Black Solicitors' Network aims to be the primary voice of black solicitors in England and Wales.

The BSN is committed to achieving equality of access, retention and promotion of black solicitors within the sector.

Over the years membership has grown to over 5,500 by 2007. An inclusive rather than exclusive organisation, our reputation is such that we also attract, and welcome, members from across the cultural and diversity spectrum.

The BSN works with a range of partners and associates which include; corporate law firms, banks, and government institutions, here and abroad. Additionally we also work with smaller niche companies and organisations to ensure that a wide range of members' needs can be supported at any one time.

As a network we feel it is important to continue to meet and engage with new and diverse organisations, and so always invite and welcome approaches from potential new partners.

If you have an idea, arrangement or project that you feel might benefit our members, please do not hesitate to contact us, as we are always happy to explore new possibilities and work with new partners.

If you're interested in getting involved with existing BSN initiatives then go to Working with BSN

In addition to the main BSN, we currently have three other regional groups:

BSN City Group

BSN Midlands

BSN North