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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

"It's time we were heard. It's time for action. It's time our absence was feared." Max Konarek reviews We Set the Bar by @jdkc.bsky.social, published by @brisunipress.bsky.social, for The Journal — on ADHD, dyslexia, and what legal aid work costs. Read here: buff.ly/FOc09PE #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

That is a wrap on Issue 1 of The Journal! We close with Phoebe Whitlock's review of Energize by Simon Alexander Ong, a wellbeing read with real resonance for neurodivergent professionals. Read here: buff.ly/hLW7liS #NeurodiversityInLaw #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Advocacy training is built for neurotypical minds. For many neurodivergent barristers, it has been actively harmful. This week in The Journal, An ADHD Barrister shares a candid, necessary challenge to how we train advocates. Read the article here: buff.ly/OYzvtwT #LawSky #NeurodiversityinLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

To close Autism Acceptance Month: Afifa examines the paradox at the heart of law's relationship with neurodiversity. The profession talks inclusion, but does the reality match? Read Afifas article here: buff.ly/3gFtf3R #NeurodiversityInLaw #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

This Autism Acceptance Month, we are revisiting our NCW 2025 'Our Voice, Our Stories' series. Today: Kelly Ann Coleman, solicitor and Advocacy Development Manager, late-diagnosed autistic with ADHD, sensory processing disorder, dyslexia, and dyscalculia.

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

What has the law actually said about neurodiversity? This week in The Journal, Tik Man Cheng provides a case analysis examining key decisions under the Equality Act and what they mean for neurodivergent practitioners and clients. Read here: buff.ly/RbnFKYQ #NeurodiversityInLaw #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

This Autism Acceptance Month, we are revisiting our NCW 2025 'Our Voice, Our Stories' series. First up: Michael Dougherty, junior barrister, diagnosed with autism in his third year of practice. He had been autistic for 45 years. He had known it for two.

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

For Autism Acceptance Month, Jonathan Andrews shares what it has meant to be open about being autistic throughout his legal career. A genuinely moving read. Read here: neurodiversityinlaw.substack.com/p/autism-leg... #NeurodiversityInLaw #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month. All month, The Journal is exploring autism in the legal profession. We open with Molly Robinson's clear and grounded introduction to autism. Read here: open.substack.com/pub/neurodiv... #NeurodiversityInLaw #AutismAcceptanceMonth #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Today is World Autism Acceptance Day. Two years ago, our former Trustee Chris Blake asked whether society truly accepts the autistic community, or whether it is merely lip service. The uncomfortable answer, in 2026, is that very little has changed. (🔗 link at the end of this thread)

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month. At Neurodiversity in Law, we are marking the occasion and being intentional about the word "acceptance."

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Dyslexia affects 10% of the UK population, but in law, it is still widely misunderstood. This week in The Journal, Joe Royster makes the case for what dyslexic lawyers genuinely bring to the profession. Read here: neurodiversityinlaw.substack.com/p/dyslexia-l... #NeurodiversityInLaw #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

An EHCP is a legally binding document. With proposed SEN reforms in the news, many families may be uncertain about where they stand. This week in The Journal, Erin Smart explains clearly what neurodivergent young people are entitled to right now. Read here: buff.ly/ldJctvW #NeurodiversityinLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Day 5 of The Neuroinclusion Brief, our NCW 2026 series for employers, managers, and allies in the legal profession. 💼 Today's topic: Measuring and sustaining inclusion. 🧵 #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

It’s the final day of out Neurodiversity Celebration Week series: What is…? 👋 Today we are focusing on Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and Auditory Processing Disorder (APD). Two conditions that are often dismissed as "not real", but they absolutely are. 🧵

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Day 4 of The Neuroinclusion Brief, our NCW 2026 series for employers, managers, and allies in the legal profession. 💼 Today's topic: Reasonable adjustments and practical tools. 🧵 #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Dyscalculia, dyspraxia, and dysgraphia are less widely discussed than dyslexia, but they're just as important. It's day 4 of our Neurodiversity Celebration Week series: What is...? 👋 Today, we are focusing on these lesser-discussed Specific Learning Differences (SpLDs)! 🧵

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

🏆 Our first-ever award, and what a way to start! We've been named Campaign or Initiative of the Year at the Neurodiverse Business Awards 2026. This one means everything — for everyone who's supported us and been part of this community since 2020. 🫶🌈 #neurodiverseawards #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Day 3 of The Neuroinclusion Brief, our NCW 2026 series for employers, managers, and allies in the legal profession. 💼 Today's topic: Sensory-friendly environments. 🧵 #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

It’s day 3 of our Neurodiversity Celebration Week series: What is…? 👋 Today, we are focusing on dyslexia in the legal profession. Around 1 in 10 people have dyslexia. It's the most common specific learning difference, yet it's often confused with illiteracy. 🧵

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Day 2 of The Neuroinclusion Brief, our NCW 2026 series for employers, managers, and allies in the legal profession. 💼 Today's topic: Allyship and leadership buy-in. 🧵 #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

This week's article in The Journal asks: is the criminal bar truly accessible to neurodivergent practitioners? 1 in 3 people in the criminal justice system identify as neurodivergent. Our 2024 Essay Winner, Maddy Nicholl, has the analysis. Read here: buff.ly/AxeKpZv #NeurodiversityInLaw #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Day 2 of our Neurodiversity Celebration Week series: What is...? 👋 Today, we are discussing ADHD! Around 3-4% of adults have ADHD, and that's likely an underestimate, as it's significantly under-diagnosed in women and people from minority backgrounds. 🧵

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Day 1 of The Neuroinclusion Brief, our NCW 2026 series for employers, managers, and allies in the legal profession. 💼 Today's topic: The business case for inclusive law firms. 🧵 #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek #NeurodiversityInLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

It's day 1 of our Neurodiversity Celebration Week series: What is...? 👋 Today, we are focusing on Autism in the legal profession. 1 in 100 people are autistic. That means in many workplaces, there's at least one autistic person. 🧵

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

The Journal is live! We are launching with our 2024 Essay Competition Winner, Colinette Hazel, who asks whether the law should mandate neurodivergent representation in film and TV. Read her article here: buff.ly/r6XR7FN #NeurodiversityInLaw #TheJournal

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

The Journal, our inaugural publication, is almost here. Two years in the making, launching next week. One article per week across twelve weeks, covering neurodiversity in the legal profession. Subscribe here: neurodiversityinlaw.substack.com #NeurodiversityInLaw #TheJournal

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Winter #LawFairs like those by @legalcheek.bsky.social, AllAboutLaw and Aspiring Solicitors are a big win for inclusion, especially for neurodivergent students. Tips + ideas for making them work better for everyone here: www.linkedin.com/posts/neurod... #InclusiveLegalProfession #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

We are excited to join Inner Temple’s Bar Course Intro Events this autumn 🌟 We will be meeting 240+ future barristers to say: There’s space at the Bar for every kind of mind. 🗓️ 26 Sept & 3 Oct 2025 #LawSky #NeurodivergentProfessionals

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

Does society truly accept autistic people, or are we still stuck with lip service and tolerance? In our exclusive 2024 members’ blog article, Christopher Blake (Trustee 23/24) reflects on moving from awareness to genuine inclusion. Read more via link in our bio. #LawSky #LegalProfession #Autism

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Neurodivergent people are in every area of the legal profession. @thebarcouncil.bsky.social 2025 Pupil Survey shows progress, but challenges ahead: 20% of pupils disclosed disability (71% ND) 76% reported positive experiences 3x more bullying/stress/barriers Momentum is happening-time for change!

Infographic titled The Bar Council 2025 Pupil Survey: Neurodivergent Experiences. Four coloured circles display key statistics: 45% see their career as viable (pink circle), 20% disclosed their disability (light purple circle), 36% experienced bullying or harassment (yellow circle), and 76% reported positive pupillage experiences (blue circle)

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

We are looking for three new trustees to join us at Neurodiversity in Law! • Subject-Expert • Solicitor • Treasurer All roles remote (England & Wales) Voluntary (expenses covered) ~4–8 hrs/month Close: 5 Sept 2025. Apply: 🔗 linktr.ee/ndinlaw #LawSky #TrusteeOpportunity

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

At Neurodiversity in Law, we are working to build a legal profession where neurodivergent voices are heard, valued and included at every level. Join us to challenge stigma, and champion accessibility in the legal sector. #LawSky

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 20/03/2025

Our next video in the ‘Our Voice, Our Stories’ series is from Jack Boswell, co-founder of Neurodiversity in Law and barrister at Matrix Chambers. Watch the full video here youtu.be/OUNPDOLc9rc or follow along with the transcript www.neurodiversityinlaw.co.uk/post/jack-bo... #NCW2025

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

As part of our ongoing ‘Our Voice, Our Stories’ series for NCW 2025, Leanne Buckley-Thomson, a barrister at No5, has shared her story in a video. Visit youtu.be/AcnRpkEuIj0 for the video, or to follow along with the transcript, visit neurodiversityinlaw.co.uk/post/leanne-... #NCW2025

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Brenda Efurhievwe @brendaefurhievwe.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

So proud of my @goldsmithimmpub.bsky.social colleague @katherinesoroya.bsky.social for sharing her/their story! As a fellow late-diagnosed ADHD woman, I feel so seen reading about her path 🙌🏽 Hope this inspires more neurodivergent aspiring lawyers to follow in her footsteps!

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Next up in the ‘Our Voice, Our Stories’ series is a blog post from Kelly Ann Coleman, a solicitor currently working as the Advocacy Development Manager at Quest Legal Advocates. Find out more: www.neurodiversityinlaw.co.uk/post/kelly-a... #NCW2025 #OurVoiceOurStories #NoMindLeftBehind

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Kicking off Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 with our first 'Our Voice, Our Stories' blog post featuring Katherine Soroya, Pupil Barrister at Goldsmith Chambers. Read it here: www.neurodiversityinlaw.co.uk/post/katheri... #NCW2025 #OurVoiceOurStories #NoMindLeftBehind #NeurodiversityinLaw

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Katherine Soroya - Our Voice, Our Stories

We asked Katherine to share their experiences as a neurodivergent legal professional.

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 21/01/2025

📝 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝘄 Are you passionate about neurodiversity in the legal profession? We're seeking fresh voices and perspectives for The Journal. Whether you're a legal professional, student, or advocate, we want your contributions!

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

We have collaborated with Bringing (Dis)ability to the Bar to produce a response to the BSB's Equality Consultation. See our response here: www.neurodiversityinlaw.co.uk/news/ndinlaw...

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Neurodiversity in Law and Bringing (Dis)ability to the Bar: Response to BSB Equality Consultation | Neurodiversity inLaw

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

We are still looking for articles to be featured in our inaugural edition of The Journal. Please get in touch if you’d like to find out more.

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The Bar Council @thebarcouncil.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

⏰This is your last chance to book for this evening's event: www.barcouncil.org.uk/training-eve...

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Mark Henderson @markhenderson.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Excited to be chairing this. Panel: Helen Eaton, @ndinlaw.bsky.social's Alice de Coverley & Oliver May. Bar Council research indicates chambers may struggle to apply RAs for neurodivergent pupils, so this is for those supporting them & pupils, but valuable to anyone interested in neurodivergence

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 06/11/2024

National Stress Awareness day gives us a moment to reflect on the way we cope with the pressures of daily life. Work related stress can be significant, especially in competitive professions such as law. Take a moment to reflect on how you handle stress and practice stress management strategies!

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 01/10/2024

At our AGM last Wednesday, we were delighted to announce the appointment of our two new trustees. Please join us in welcoming Richard Gerrard and Sophie Stevens to the Trustee board! We look forward to working with them over the next year!

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Neurodiversity in Law @ndinlaw.bsky.social · 27/09/2024

On Wednesday at our AGM, we were very excited to announce the two winners of our first-ever essay competition! Entrants were required to submit an article between 1,500 and 3,500 words about one of two questions.

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Sean Jones KC @seanjones.org · 11/08/2024

Starting a UK Legal Twitter starter pack. if you would like to be included (or object to being included) comment below. (Please forward to anyone you think might want in or RT if you feel appropriate). #Legal #UKLegal #TwitterRefugees

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