4PB is proud to relaunch our memorial essay competition in honour of Alan Inglis, our much-loved friend and colleague. Alan was a remarkable advocate, uniquely qualified to practise in England & Wales and Scotland, and was widely respected as a fearless defender of LGBTQ+ rights. The competition is an opportunity to honour and remember Alan’s legacy and contributions to the LGBTQ+ community.
This year’s essay is “What role can NCDR play in resolving LGBT+ family law disputes?” (1,000 words?).
Submission Deadline > >
The submission deadline is on 27th May, with a winner being announced at the London International Dispute Week Seminar hosted by 4PB, IPOS Mediation and HCR Law on 4th June, to coincide with Pride Month.
Eligiblity > >
The competition will be open to all law students (either at university, on a conversion course or at bar school) as well as those who have completed their studies and are actively seeking pupillage.
Prizes > >
The winner will receive:
- A £500 monetary prize,
- An invitation for a mini-pupillage
- An invitation to the London International Dispute Week Seminar hosted by 4PB, IPOS Mediation and HCR Law
- The essay will be published in a leading legal publication.
The runner-up will receive:
- A £250 monetary prize
- An invitation to the London International Dispute Week Seminar hosted by 4PB, IPOS Mediation and HCR Law
Terms and Conditions > >
Click here to read our competition Terms and Conditions