Pride month 2026

Pride month 2026
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‘Some firms can be a lot of talk and less substance’ – in-house leaders on LGBTQ+ inclusion in law

Senior in-house lawyers discuss the strides the legal sector has made in LGBTQ+ inclusion – and where progress still needs to be made

‘Visibility is important’ – Russell-Cooke’s managing partner on being out, the DEI backlash and why they aren’t a ‘woke’ firm

For Pride Month 2026, Russell-Cooke managing partner James Carroll discusses being an openly gay managing partner and why Russell-Cooke is more than just a ‘woke’ firm

‘Leadership showing up is what makes it authentic’: Addleshaws Richard Fisk on building a DE&I community

When Addleshaws’ pro bono and inclusion manager joined the firm he was not open about his sexuality — years later he is helping others on their journey

‘Being out isn’t a barrier to progression’ – Stevens & Bolton’s Sophie Ashcroft on coming out later in life

For Pride Month, Stevens & Bolton disputes partner Sophie Ashcroft discusses being a “later in life” lesbian, becoming a visible role model and why law firm culture is so important