Major, Lindsey & Africa and Pirical are delighted to introduce London to the National Association for Law Placement (NALP)!

NALP, known for bringing together legal recruiting professionals and creating best practices and industry guidance in learning, development, research and diversity across the United States and Canada, will be hosting their first UK event...and you’re invited.

Graciously hosted by Goodwin Procter and Weil, Gotshal & Manges, this half-day event is designed specifically for law firm recruiting professionals who want to gain insight into hiring trends in the market, explore trends in AI and the law, and discuss DE&I initiatives. We will examine the opportunities and challenges facing your roles through a series of panel discussions featuring industry leaders, and you will have ample opportunity for networking with your colleagues and peers.

8:00AM–9:00AM | Networking Breakfast

8.30AM - 9.00AM | Welcome & Market Update

Moderator | Ria Karnik - Major, Lindsey & Africa

Gerard Frith - Entrepreneur In Residence / Innovation Director, Taylor Wessing

Nikia Gray - Executive Director, National Association for Law Placement (NALP)

Jaya Louvre - Global Head of Talent Acquisition and Diversity, Withersworldwide

Steven Rhodes - Assistant General Counsel and Privacy Lawyer at Allegis Group Limited

9:00AM–10:00AM | AI

In this session, our expert panelists will explore the latest trends and legal challenges surrounding AI in the recruitment sector. You'll gain insights into best practices for integrating AI into your processes while staying compliant with evolving regulations. This discussion will explore the nuances of hiring within the legal industry and how an AI lens impacts that, offering practical guidance on how to leverage technology to attract top talent while avoiding common pitfalls and regulatory red tape

Moderator | Chris Griffiths - Pirical

Sarah Manning - Global Head of Talent Acquisition, Stephenson Harwood

Julian Richard - Managing Director, extense

Lloyd Stephenson - Global Director of Inclusion, Diversity & Recruitment, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

10:15AM–11:15AM | DE&I

This session will focus on the latest trends and challenges in attracting diverse talent within the UK legal sector. Our panel of experts will explore common barriers to diversity in recruitment and provide actionable strategies for embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion into your daily hiring practices. Learn how to create a more inclusive workplace that not only attracts but also retains diverse talent, ensuring your firm remains competitive in today's market.

Lateral & Graduate Recruitment Summit

Major, Lindsey & Africa and Pirical are delighted to introduce London to the National Association for Law Placement (NALP)!

NALP, known for bringing together legal recruiting professionals and creating best practices and industry guidance in learning, development, research and diversity across the United States and Canada, will be hosting their first UK event...and you’re invited.

8:00AM–9:00AM | Networking Breakfast

8.30AM - 9.00AM | Welcome & Market Update

9:00AM–10:00AM | AI

10:15AM–11:15AM | DE&I

11:30AM–1:00PM | Luncheon & Wrap Up

Register Now!

We look forward to seeing you!