Gianluigi Cassandra, during the event ‘Empowering solicitors on the Road to the Judiciary – a panel discussion’ held in Manchester on Wednesday 13 March, had the opportunity to meet Nick Emmerson, president of the Law Society of England and Wales.

The event, organized by The Law Society, the Manchester Law Society and The Northern Circuit, saw all-Judge panel from diverse backgrounds, who shared their views on the extent to which the modern judiciary is ‘representative’, and the barriers and challenges to change in the English system, particularly for black and minority ethnic aspiring Judges.

It was also a great opportunity to learn about the judicial application process; understand what makes a successful application; discuss and encourage greater diversity in applications and network with colleagues, aspiring judges and sitting judges from Manchester area.