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14 October 2026
Issue: 8181 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Dixon takes the reins as Law Society president

Brett Dixon has been inaugurated as the Law Society’s 182nd president, taking over from Mark Evans

He was admitted to the Roll in 1999, specialising in civil litigation, and previously served as president of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). Currently, he is an honorary professor of law at Leicester University, an accredited mediator with Trust Mediation and a member of the Online Procedure Rule Committee.

Dixon said: ‘As artificial intelligence transforms legal practice and digital justice, I will advocate for clear standards, appropriate regulation and responsible innovation.

‘As president, I will champion a criminal justice system that is fit for the future, backed by long-term investment, earlier intervention and responsible innovation.’

He will be supported by vice president Dana Denis-Smith and deputy vice president Jeff Lewis.

Issue: 8181 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Sackers—Zak Ullah

Sackers—Zak Ullah

Sackers welcomes new associate

Christy Davies—Birmingham Law Society

Christy Davies—Birmingham Law Society

Ward Hadaway lawyer joins Birmingham Law Society Council

Ellisons—Stephanie Westwood & Anisa Khan

Ellisons—Stephanie Westwood & Anisa Khan

Ellisons expands Chelmsford commercial litigation team with two appointments

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