Join the International Division
The International Division is a service provided by the Law Society to help its members develop their international business and build global relationships and profile.
Why join?
Types of membership
How to join
Register with the website only
Why join?
This service will provide law firms with all the contacts, tools and information they need to do business internationally. Globalisation has generated many exciting opportunities for lawyers and law firms, but establishing contacts, obtaining market intelligence and developing the ability to promote yourself abroad are necessary to convert this potential into success - this is where the International Division can help.
Read our membership benefits brochure 2009 (PDF, 350k)Types of membership
We offer a range of services catering to all individuals or organisations wishing to grow their international legal business and profile.
This level of membership is aimed at the individual looking to increase their international presence, make contacts and develop skills for international practice.
Key benefits exclusive to International Division members:
- 10% reduction on International Division events
- invitations to free networking events
- upload your profile into our membership directory – promote yourself to an international audience
Price of annual membership: £50–£100 - join online.
This level of membership is for law firms and legal service providers in the UK and foreign law firms established in the UK. To discuss your corporate membership options, please contact us at: internationaldivision@lawsociety.org.uk.
Key benefits exclusive to International Division corportate members:
- 20% reduction on International Division events and priority booking and selection
- invitations to free networking events
- access our conference and hot-desking facilities in Brussels and receive a 20% discount on the service
- add your corporate profile to our membership directory - promote your expertise
- add up to 10 names to this membership
- take advantage of an introductory consultation meeting and advice and assistance throughout your membership year
- advertise your events on our website and through our member only emails
- access sponsorship, speaking, placement and delegation hosting opportunities
Price of annual membership: £500–£750
Super corporate
All the benefits of our corporate level of membership but with a little bit more - this level of membership is aimed at the large firms in England and Wales with extensive international involvement
Key additional benefits exclusive to International Division Supercorporate members:
- in-depth bespoke consultancy services
- add up to 100 names to this membership - each individual can publish a profile in the membership directory and will be able to access the corporate membership benefits
- participate in our annual roundtable consultation meeting
- priority access to select opportunities and additional sponsorship opportunities.
Price of annual membership: £5000
Affiliate corporate membership
Law firms based outside of the UK and trade associations, regional agencies, academic institutions, special interest groups and businesses, with an interest in international legal practice.
Key benefits:
- 20% reduction on International Division networking events and priority booking and selection
- invitations to free networking events
- add your corporate profile to our membership directory
- add up to five names to this membership
- advertise your events and initiatives on our website and through our member only emails
- access sponsorship, speaking, and delegation hosting opportunities
- promote your business at our annual flagship event in London
How to join
Pay online for your individual membership via credit or debit card (we do not take American Express).
If you wish to purchase a corporate account please contact us at internationaldivision@lawsociety.org.uk so we can select the most convenient payment option for you.