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Welcome
Established in 1994, the WCG is an advisory body to the NZLS Board. Independent from the Society's committee structure, it provides a forum for discussion on a range of issues that impact on women within the legal profession.
The role of the NZLS Women's Consultative Group is:
- To improve the status and position of women in the legal profession and promote their advancement and retention.
- To increase the influence of women in the legal profession in decision making at all levels.
- To promote the interests of women generally, within the legal system.
- To act as a consultative group to the NZLS Board and other entities.
Workplan for 2008
Contact us: wcgsecretary@lawyers.org.nz
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The Women's Consultative Group consists of a broadly representative group of women involved in the legal profession through-out New Zealand. The WCG members are appointed annually by the Board of the New Zealand Law Society. It is the Boards policy to consider a range of factors in the selection and appointment process:
- The particular experience and expertise of applicants in light of the terms of reference of the group;
- Geographical representation to reflect the range of areas where members practice;
- The need for appropriate diversity of ethnicity including Māori, Pacific Islanders and Asian members.
Membership is open to any practising member of the profession (although non-members may also be appointed).
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