At ALM’s Women in Power and Law event this week, an important matter was addressed during a panel discussion involving prominent in-house lawyers: the structure and management of their internal legal teams. The topic, which many considered absolutely vital, was largely informed by the recent and tragic loss of Pinsent Masons partner Vanessa Ford. The inquest into her death has reignited conversation around mental health issues within the legal profession.
Following the inquest, a forceful debate manifested across various social media platforms. One key point that arose from these discussions centered around the possible role clients may play in imposing pressure on their external counsel, and how this might contribute towards further mental health concerns within the industry.
Regrettably, due to paywall restrictions, the complete details of the panel’s deliberations and conclusions can’t be provided here. However, further information can be found at the original article.