Links to Press Articles featuring ISLP-UK

10th Febuary 2012

"This is an article entitled "Life after Law" which Legal Week published on 10th February. People may find it interesting as we are mentioned as being an alternative to working in law firms after retirement."

Lawyers Unite to Promote Pro Bono

Today (7 November 2011) sees the start of National Pro Bono Week

To herald the seven days of events, Hogan Lovells recently held a gathering of eminent lawyers hosted by Attorney-General Dominic Grieve QC to mark the launch of another high-profile pro bono initiative. The International Senior Lawyers Project (ISLP) is a scheme aimed at encouraging senior and veteran lawyers to engage in international legal work for free.

Wednesday 06 October 2010 by John Irving

One of the greatest rewards for any coach, mentor or trainer in the development process is to be able to help individuals and teams realise their potential and develop their talent. The 'dream' scenario is that, before your eyes, skills are gradually mastered, performance improved and confidence built and sustained, especially when challenged by the inevitable uncertainties, challenges and difficulties that can arise.

Law Society Gazette - Teaching in Tanzania

Tuesday 10 August 2010 by Professor David Higham

Professor David Higham describes his experience of teaching in East Africa with the International Lawyers Project

'It's blackboard and chalk; and bring your own chalk.' With those words, the briefing meeting at Norton Rose's riverside offices started. For a dyed-in the-wool PowerPoint® trainer like me, this was going to be a challenge.

News

ISLP-UK's Latest Newsletter

Click here for a copy of ISLP-UK's latest Spring newsletter to find out about our latest activities.

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ISLP's Latest Newsletter

Click here for ISLP's latest newsletter highlighting recent contributions of ISLP's outstanding volunteers.

ISLP 10th Anniversary Gala Luncheon

ISLP celebrated its 10th Anniversary with a
Gala Luncheon on Thursday, December 1, 2011 with honored guests George Soros, President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia and a special greeting from actor Matt Damon. ISLP thanks all of its 23 law firm sponsors for their support, including its Global Champion supporters Baker & McKenzie and Hogan Lovells.

ISLP 2010 Annual Report

click here for ISLP's 2010 Annual Report

Transition at ISLP

click here for news of the appointment of ISLP's new Executive Director

Volunteers needed for Jamaican Police Misconduct Project

The International Senior Lawyers Project-UK ("ISLP-UK") seeks a senior-level barrister or solicitor with experience in the legal systems of the Commonwealth for potential desk-based pro bono assignments related to judicial review cases in Jamaica, before the Supreme Court of Jamaica.

Volunteers needed for International Arms Control Project

Oxfam have asked ISLP to recruit lawyers to help prepare for the upcoming global arms trade treaty negotiations.

Brochure on ISLP-UK

Click here for a copy of an Introduction to ISLP-UK