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WHLS Events
Stay informed and engaged with our scheduled events designed for legal professionals. Whether it’s a seminar or networking opportunity, each event aims to foster knowledge sharing and community growth.
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The 5 Ps of Business Development
Thursday October 22, 2026
Join us for the 5 Ps of Proactive Business Development, organised by the Westminster & Holborn Law Society’s in collaboration with Joanna Gaudoin (ClientWise) at 6pm on Thursday 22 October 2026 at JMW Solicitors LLP, Kings House, 36-37 King St, EC4Y 1AG.
Many law firms struggle with business development and it often gets confused with marketing. In this session, Joanna Gaudoin looks at why this happens and the importance of establishing a business development culture to sustainably grown your firm when time and resource are short.
The session is aimed at senior lawyers, partners and decision makers within law firms. It promises to be an insightful evening with drinks, canapés and networking after the session.
The event is open to both members and non-members alike. Tickets are priced at £12 for members and £20 for non-members.
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Colombian Caravana
Friday August 21, 2026
– Monday August 31, 2026
The Colombian Caravana is a UK based charity that works to promote access to justice and uphold the rule of law in Colombia. It works together with Colombian human rights lawyers and human rights defenders to ensure respect for human rights.
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Westminster & Holborn Law Society’s 2026 Summer Party
Thursday July 2, 2026
Generously sponsored by No.5 Chambers
Venue: the Courtyard at the Apex Temple Court Hotel.
A wonderful evening of drinks and networking in a beautiful al fresco setting near Temple. It is a fantastic opportunity to catch up with colleagues, make new connections within the local legal community, and learn more about the Society.
Both members and non-members are warmly welcome to attend.
Tickets: £35 for WHLS (members) I £45 (non-members)
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London Legal Walk
Tuesday June 9, 2026
Westminster & Holborn Law Society is pleased to be participating in the London Legal Walk on 9 June 2026.
The event brings together the legal community to support access to justice and raise vital funds for free legal advice services.
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Finding your True North
‘Falling into’ the wrong career or legal specialism is common
Tuesday April 28, 2026
– Wednesday April 29, 2026
Causes include: a lack of career advice when young, career options bias from parents or teachers, not making time to develop a thought through career strategy, or the needs of an employer determining which legal department a trainee has a seat during their training contract, impacting future options.
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International Woman's Day
Organised by the WHLS Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee
Thursday March 12, 2026
This is a fantastic chance to hear from Shama, engage in meaningful conversation, and get involved in shaping the future of equality, diversity, and inclusion at WHLS.
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Vienna Bar Association
Our International Committee visited the Vienna Bar Association.
They met with the v-ce dean Nikolaus C. Nonhoff and Sabina Schuhz,
Head of Office and discussed a lot of important topics.
- how Legal Aid is organised in Austria
- the lawyers’ pension scheme
- the structure of the Bar
- disciplinary matters
- what the future of our profession might look like
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Vicarious Trauma
Wednesday February 11, 2026
Westminster & Holborn Law Society in association with Claiming Space and Law Care
Venue: JMW Solicitors LLP King’s House, 36-37 King St, London EC2V 8BB
Tickets £10 for WHLS (members) I £15 (non-members)
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Milan Bar & Commissione Rapporti Internazionali CRINT
Saturday January 31, 2026
Our International Committee attended the opening of the judicial year in Milan, organised by the Milan Bar and Commissione Rapporti Internazionali CRINT.
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The Day of the Endangered Lawyer (DEL)
Wednesday January 28, 2026
One of the Founders of the DEL, Ms Symmone Gassbeek-Wielinga will participate in the event.
Aim: To call attention to threatened human rights lawyers by raising awareness on the plight of lawyers in the USA, which is the designated country of the Day of the Endangered Lawyer Foundation for 2026.
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Delegation visit to Palermo, Italy
Thursday November 13, 2025
– Saturday November 15, 2025
An exchange with the Palermo Bar Association. Palermo Bar Association is one of our twinned bar associations. Many thanks to Professor Sara Chandler KC (Hon) who has worked on the arrangements.
Any member of WHLS is eligible to join the delegation. We do not anticipate needing to limit numbers but in the event that is necessary, it would be ‘first come first serve’.
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Social Media for International Lawyers
International Legal Evenings
Tuesday October 28, 2025
Part of the International Legal Evenings series by the International Committee of the Westminster and Holborn Law Society, promoting dialogue and collaboration among lawyers practising across borders.
In today’s interconnected world, social media is more than a digital presence — it’s a powerful professional tool. This session will explore how LinkedIn, Instagram, and face-to-face networking can help international lawyers stay informed, visible, and connected across borders.
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