Updates
Our Social and Networking events provide an important networking opportunity in London and Accra for our members. These social events connect and support members who work in the legal profession and those who want to start a legal career. We host interactive work shops and Zoom webinars to engage students and young lawyers providing advice in developing their legal career. BGLU also host events for students in low socio-economic backgrounds, offering an opportunity to engage and learn from leading professionals.
News
Rose Rameau
BGLU is delighted to announce the re-appointment of Partner Rose Rameau, JD, LLM, FCIArb a member of BGLU, as a Member of the ICC International Court of Arbitration for Haïti. Rose has been serving at the Court since 2017 and states: she is excited to serve for a...
Mandy Adogla-Popovic
Congratulations to Mandy Adogla-Popovic who has been promoted to Senior Counsel at Jupiter Asset Management. We wish you continued success in your new role!
Afua Kyei
Afua Kyei is the Executive Director for the Finance Directorate, a Director of the Bank of England Asset Purchase Facility Fund and of the Bank of England Alternative Liquidity Facility. Afua is one of the executive sponsors leading Bank of England's approach to...
The Role & Evolution of The In-house Lawyer
BGLU Power Event Presents: 'The Role & Evolution of the In-house Lawyer' Event Moderator: The event was hosted by Meena Dawud, In-House Counsel at a Global Investment Bank (London) Derivatives. Panelist: Suzanne Butah, Legal Director and Company Secretary, Guiness...
Winds of Change
Winds of Change The relationship between employers and employees will be forever changed because of Covid-19 says employment law specialist Kweku Aggrey-Orleans. Aggrey-Orleans is a partner in one of Ghana’s oldest and most established law firms, Gaisie Zwennes...
Alexandra Wilson
We, the members of British-Ghanaian Lawyers Union (BGLU) stand in solidarity with Alexandra Wilson. We as a union are committed to ensuring that all our Barristers are supported by our organisation and extended our support to all Barristers within the legal sector.
Networking
CV and Cover Letter
British-Ghanaian Lawyers Union (BGLU) have with collaborated recruitment professional Claire Jutsum, of Claire Jutsum Consultants Ltd to give you tips on how to update your current CV and Cover Letter, helping you stand out. With over 18 years of experience in the...
Camouflage Diversity
Join British Ghanaian Lawyers Union as we delve into the topic of inclusivity across continents. The event will be hosted by Meena Dawud, In house Counsel at Global Investment Bank (London) Derivatives Our Guests:David Ampaw - Partner (Restructuring &...
Institutional Investor Forum Seminar
We would love to see you at the next Institutional Investor Forum seminar (more on the way!) titled “What investors need to know about: Governing law and jurisdiction”. The session will take place on Tuesday 28 September and will be led by Sarah Garvey and Karen...
An Evening With DAVID LAMMY MP
An Evening With DAVID LAMMY MP The Advancement of Black Practitioners in the legal Industry This will be a Q&A discussion facilitated by Michelle Nelson QC, exploring the experiences of black practitioners working within the legal industry. Topics will include: -...
Pathways to Law
British-Ghanaian Lawyers Union (BGLU) and The British Nigerian Lawyers Forum JLD are delighted to invite you to attend: 'Pathways to Law'. Join us on: Tuesday 24 August 2021 from 6 - 8 pm (GMT). We will discuss the routes to qualify as a lawyer and the different...
BGLU Anti-Money Laundering Webinar
Anti-Money Laundering Webinar with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. We welcomed three speakers from the Solicitor's Regulation Authority, the regulator of solicitors in England and Wales, and the largest AML supervisor in the legal sector. The speakers addressed...