Welcome to the BSN
The Black Solicitors Network is the primary voice of black solicitors in England and Wales; committed to achieving equality of access, retention and promotion of black solicitors.
We are the leading body that represents the interests of the UK's existing and aspiring black solicitors. We have been doing this since 1995 and importantly now embrace people from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds.
We are the leading body that represents the interests of the UK's existing and aspiring black solicitors. We have been doing this since 1995 and importantly now embrace people from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds.
Diversity Legal Awards
Diversity League Table
Who we are
As well as being a significant representative voice for BME solicitors, we are also one of the largest organisations of our type within the legal profession in England and Wales.
BSN City Group
The BSN City Group is the City arm of the Black Solicitors Network (BSN).
BSN North
The BSN North is the northern arm of the Black Solicitors Network (BSN).
What we do
Working in partnership we create and deliver a range of initiatives which contribute to ensuring that our members are supported at all stages of their career and professional development.
Membership
We are an inclusive, rather than exclusive organisation. Membership to the BSN is open to anyone who shares our values of fairness and inclusion, and who is willing to work with us towards creating an equal profession.
Sponsors | Corporate Members
Career and Job Opportunities.
Employers and Recruiters committed to diversity.
Empowering Diverse Talent.
Matching Associate Mentees with Tailored Mentors and Careers Coaching.
Latest News
- 16Jun
Feature: Applications open for Black Solicitors Network Grassroots Programme | University of Bristol Law School
Read here on the University of Bristol’s website | Press release issued: 7 June 2021 The Law School is delighted to be working in partnership with the Black Solicitors Network (BSN) as one of the sponsors...16JunFeature: Linklaters partners with Black Solicitors Network on The Grassroots Programme
Read here on Linklaters’ website | 16 June 2021 Global law firm Linklaters has partnered with the Black Solicitors Network (BSN) in launching The Grassroots Programme, a bespoke and intensive programme supporting Black undergraduates studying at Manchester,... - 11Jun
Launch: BSN Grassroots – Unlocking potential for career success
Share this news On LinkedIn | On Twitter | On Instagram BSN is pleased to announce the launch of the BSN Grassroots Programme in partnership with Linklaters (Headline Sponsor), The University of Manchester (Headline Sponsor),...9JunThe Voice feature: Black Solicitors Network launches latest Diversity League
Read here on The Voice’s website | Published on 7 June 2021 The Diversity League Table is essential reading for law firms, Chambers and other organisations who want to stay informed about D&I within the... - 3Jun
BSN Hot Topics: Countdown to SQE with the SRA | 2 June 21 at 6pm | Event recording
Thank you to those who attended yesterday evening’s event BSN Hot Topics: Introduction to SQE with Julie Brannan, Director of Education and Training, Solicitors Regulation Authority and Jo Connolloy, Vice Chair of the Sole Practitioners...3JunLegal Futures feature: Black solicitors occupying senior roles is “key to success”
Read the article here on Legal Futures | by Dan Bindman | 2 June 2021 One-off training sessions and general employee wellbeing schemes do not go far enough to ensure diversity and inclusion, and nothing... - 26May
The Need for Disruption: Diversity League Table/Study 2020 Launch
BLACK SOLICITORS NETWORK LAUNCHES LATEST DIVERSITY LEAGUE TABLE / STUDY Click here to view the digital copy! Offering a new and compelling insight into the state of diversity and inclusion (D&I) within the legal sector,...18MayOpportunity for Black student participation in Judicial training
The Judicial College is responsible for training all Judges. District Judge Obodai, who sits in Manchester as one of the foremost business and property judges, is the course director responsible for Civil Training and Deputy... - 12May
Event recording now available! Imposter Syndrome: Finding your power with Caroline Flanagan | 29 April 6pm
If you missed this event, it was supercharged with inspiration and guidance on the root causes of Imposter Syndrome and how to solve it. If you wish to watch this event recording or share it...28AprPaulette Mastin, BSN Chair joins Talking Law podcast with Sally Penni MBE
Listen here! For this special episode of Talking Law, you’ll hear from Paulette Mastin, counsel in the Capital Markets practice at Linklaters in London, where she advises corporate trustees, other service providers and companies on...
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Insider: Law Practice Area Series | Life as an Immigration and Asylum Lawyer | 09 July 6-6.45pm
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