Chief Executive Officer

LawCare

Elizabeth Rimmer is the CEO of LawCare, the mental health charity for the UK legal sector. She started her working life as a solicitor specialising in clinical negligence, practicing at Leigh Day. Elizabeth joined LawCare from the Institute of Group Analysis, a membership and training organisation for group psychotherapists. Before that she headed up Alzheimer’s Disease International, a worldwide federation of Alzheimer associations.

She is Co-Chair of the Helplines Partnership (national charity for support and advice services) and a member of the International Bar Association’s Professional Wellbeing Commission and chairs the Commission’s regulatory and ethics committee.

Deputy News Editor

Law Society Gazette

John Hyde is now recognised as one of the leading legal journalists in the country, with a reputation for breaking important stories and standing up for the sector in the face of attacks from other sections of the media.

In the last two years he has won plaudits for his reporting of the Post Office Inquiry, becoming an authority on the scandal and the role of lawyers.

John has hosted numerous events and conferences and been a regular contributor on the BBC, as well as writing articles for the Independent and politics.co.uk.

​View John’s Gazette coverage and profile here.

Vice-President

The Law Society of England & Wales 

Mark Evans is the Vice President of the Law Society of England and Wales, which is currently celebrating its bicentennial year. He represents North Wales. He will be president in October 2025.

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Mark practised property and private client law for more than 28 years. He worked in North Wales and Chester. ​

Currently, he teaches various courses on real estate, private client and professional skills at the University of Law.​

Mark was a member of the Law Society Wales Committee for nine years and acted as chair for four of those years.

Academic Director for Law, Criminology & Policing

University Wales Trinity Saint David

Bronwen Williams JP MStJ has worked in higher education for 17 years; she is currently the Academic Director for Law, Criminology and Policing at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Bronwen is a magistrate for the West Glamorgan Bench and a member of the Magistrates' Association.​​

Bronwen works with many external agencies linked to these subject areas to design and develop programmes to help prepare students for the workplace. She has been working with the Law Society to bring Legal

Apprenticeships to Wales for over 10 years and is now part of a campaign to secure funded Level 7 Legal Apprenticeships in Wales.

Chief Legal Adviser

Senedd Cymru

After sending his early career in local government, Huw was a partner at Geldards LLP for over 30 years, where he was the Lead Partner (Public Law) and Senior Partner in the firm’s Cardiff office. He has been the Chief Legal Adviser to the Senedd since 2019.

Huw is a past Chair of Legal Wales and of Public Law Wales, and the Conference Programme Director for the prestigious Legal Wales Conference. He was a longstanding member of the Law Society’s Planning and Environment Law Committee and the Wales Committee and was an inaugural member of the Law Society's National Board for Wales.

Huw’s other external roles have included serving as a Trustee of both the National Museum of Wales and of the National Library of Wales, and the Company Secretary of the Wales Millennium Centre.

Founder

Mastering Diversity Conference & Awards

Bernie Davies is an influential entrepreneur, author and DEI champion based in Wales since 2006, with a remarkable legacy of service, advocacy, and leadership. Known for her compassion, resilience, and commitment to justice, Bernie has transformed Wales’s DEI landscape through her initiatives, mentorship, and dedication to community empowerment.

As a groundbreaking, award winning figure -whether heading legal teams, contributing to policy and governance as a NED, or spearheading Mastering Diversity Conferences and Awards - Bernie is a unifying force for positive change. Her daily work includes training, public speaking, and bridging communities, and her visionary leadership continues to inspire diverse sectors across Wales and beyond.

Chair of the steering group of the Attorney General's

Pro Bono Committee of England and Wales

Toby Brown practices at the Bar in London in commercial litigation and related fields, and is recognised by Legal 500 as a Tier 1 leading barrister. Since 2008 he has assisted or led various pro bono initiatives in the UK, including for the past 6 years chairing the organising committee for the UK's Pro Bono Week. Toby was recently appointed Chair of the steering group of the Attorney General's Pro Bono Committee of England and Wales, which brings together representatives of the pro bono sector to assist collaboration across the jurisdiction.

For more information on the Pro Bono Committee for Wales, click here.

Director of Business Development

KE Costs

Colin is Director of Business Development at KE Costs Lawyers; he has a wealth of business development experience, the diversity of which means he brings first-hand knowledge and understanding of the day-to-day issues and problems which a law practice faces to the clients of KE Costs Lawyers.

He has twenty-seven years’ experience in the legal sector, with ten years’ experience in the world of Legal Costs. This experience allows him to provide advice and assistance in most areas affecting legal practitioners on Legal Costs, funding and ATE insurance.

With an innovative; creative; proactive and successful “can-do” attitude, Colin demonstrates a consistent win-win ethos, whist carefully understanding the needs of KE Costs’ clients and the ever-changing needs of the business.

Founder

Aries Legal Practice Management

Kirsty is a seasoned operations leader and award-winning legal practice manager with over 20 years of experience in the legal industry, having worked across both UK and US firms. This diverse background has equipped her with unique insights into law firm operations, enabling her to assist SME firms in enhancing efficiency and embracing innovation.

In 2023, Kirsty founded Aries Legal Practice Management, a consultancy dedicated to supporting law firms in various aspects of business and operations, tailored to meet the specific needs of law firms.

CEO

Credas

Since becoming CEO of Credas in 2021, Tim has transformed the business, overseeing the development of Credas brand new enterprise platform and recent acquisition by Dye & Durham, a global legal technology group. In addition to his role at Credas, Tim also works as an advisory board member to FinTech Wales and is involved in various property industry groups. In 2022, Credas became one of the first ID verification providers to be certified against the UK Government’s Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF) and the company continues to work with various government agencies to develop the future of digital identity in the UK. Through its marketing leading position within the property sector it is estimated that 1 in 3 property transactions involves a Credas ID check and last year processed more than 3 million ID checks a year.

Co-Founder & Managing Director

TSR Legal Recruitment

With over 25 years of experience in the legal recruitment industry, Karen is passionate about connecting talented legal professionals with reputable law firms across the UK.

As the Managing Director of TSR Legal, she oversees the business operations and lead a team of dedicated legal recruitment consultants who share her vision of providing quality, integrity, and excellence in our services.

Karen is committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, diversity, and innovation within TSR Legal, and for its clients and candidates.
 

TSR Legal Recruitment is celebrating 20 years of providing specialist legal recruitment advice and support to law firms across Wales and England, from its Cardiff headquarters.

Account Director

Conscious Solutions

Sahra is one of the Account Directors at Conscious Solutions and has been with the business for over seven years.

Before joining the Conscious team, Sahra spent over six years working within a law firm, initially as a fee-earner before moving into marketing, so she understands the challenges and pressures law firms face. Sahra is always offering her clients practical solutions and advice to help them get more from their digital marketing.

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Conscious Solutions has over 20 years of experience in helping law firms become more successful online. It only works with law firms but caters for firms of all sizes to help them design, build, run, and maximise the return on investment of their digital marketing.

Director of Membership

CILEx 

Lynne is the Director of Membership at CILEX (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives), where she plays a pivotal role in overseeing the Institute's membership services, ensuring that CILEX students and legal professionals receive the support and resources they need to succeed. 

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With extensive experience in the legal sector, Lynne has a deep understanding of the challenges faced by legal practitioners and is passionate about promoting professional development and career advancement within the legal community. She works closely with CILEX members, advocating for their needs and driving initiatives that enhance the value of membership. Lynne's leadership and strategic vision are vital in helping CILEX maintain its position as a leading professional body for legal practitioners in the UK.

Chief Executive

Chambers Wales South East, South West & Mid

Gus Williams is currently serving as Chief Executive of Chambers Wales South East, South West, and Mid, and plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth and fostering business connectivity across Wales. His strategic vision supports the Chamber’s mission to inform, promote, and connect businesses in an increasingly dynamic marketplace. Before joining Chambers Wales in October 2024, Gus has held several senior leadership roles in financial services, including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer, and Head of Risk, Governance, and Compliance. In addition to his professional commitments, Gus is  passionate about social impact. He serves as the Chair of the Board of Trustees for Autistic Minds UK, where he champions economic empowerment and inclusion for neurodivergent individuals.

Marketing Director

Osprey Approach

Amy is the Marketing Director at Osprey Approach where she leads the marketing direction, partnerships, and client success team. Osprey is a market-leading platform, providing SME law firms across the UK with accounting, practice, and case management software that makes running a law firm easier.

Amy is also the host of the Empowering Law Firm leaders podcast, where she interviews legal sector experts and leaders to discover the insights and best practices to help firms thrive in a competitive landscape. 

Engagement & Training Officer

LawWorks Cymru

& Secretariat, Pro Bono Committee for Wales

Suzy McGarrity works for LawWorks Cymru, part of the Solicitors Pro Bono Group, working to encourage pro bono volunteering amongst the legal profession and develop sustainable and effective pro bono projects. As such she is also part of the secretariat for the Pro Bono Committee for Wales.

Alongside her work with LawWorks, Suzy also coordinates the Cardiff University / Asylum Justice Fresh Claims Project. Suzy's background is in third sector advice and she is also currently studying towards her CILEX qualifications.