About JLD

The Junior Lawyers Division was set up as a specific group within the Law Society to provide Junior Lawyers with support, advice, information and networking opportunities. We also represent your views through lobbying and campaigns both internationally and here in the UK.

Your JLD

Community benefits include:

• a dedicated website to support you through the early stages of your career
• careers advice and planning services
• social and networking events held nationally and locally
• competitively priced and accredited continuing professional development training
• the opportunity to influence the future of the profession through your involvement

How does the JLD work?

The JLD is overseen by an executive committee of volunteer members. It is chaired by Judith Perkins and comprises former TSG and YSG committee members and three Law Society Council Members. The JLD committee has close links with the numerous regional groups representing students, trainees and young lawyer groups.

How do I join?

If you are a Law Society student member enrolled through the Solicitors Regulation Authority, a trainee solicitor, or a solicitor with up to five years active practice you automatically become part of the Junior Lawyers Division community.

To keep updated on JLD developments, events, awards, and other issues affecting you as a Junior Lawyer you can subscribe to our e-newsletter and alerts. This service is available to any one interested in JLD activity.

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