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14 August 2019
Issue: 7853 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Supporting future judges

The Judicial Diversity Committee has launched a support programme for those interested in applying to be s 9(4) Deputy High Court Judges. 

It includes an opportunity to meet with a judge to discuss the type of work they do and a one-day workshop offering guidance on the application and selection exercise. Places are limited to candidates from groups that are not yet fully represented―women, black and minority ethnic (BAME) individuals, and those from a less advantaged background. For more information, contact: JudicialHRDiversityEvents@judiciary.uk. Candidates should complete the application form on the judiciary.uk website by 20 September.

Issue: 7853 / Categories: Legal News , Profession
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Orwins—Maryam Abbasi

Orwins—Maryam Abbasi

Senior associate joins family law team in London

Tees Law—Stephen Williams

Tees Law—Stephen Williams

Firm appoints chief financial officer as it expands Essex office footprint

Winckworth Sherwood—David Fendt

Winckworth Sherwood—David Fendt

Restructuring and insolvency practice strengthened by partner hire

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