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
Why join?
This service provides law firms, in-house legal teams and legal practitioners with the contacts, tools and information they need to do business internationally. Globalisation has generated many exciting opportunities for legal professionals, but building relationships, sharing best practice, 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. The International Division is designed to supplement and compliment your international strategy and provides practical help and assistance to progress the development of your business in the international marketplace.
For further information please read our International Division brochure (PDF). Please note: fees shown in the flyer do not include VAT - 20% VAT should be added if applicable.
Types of membership
We offer a range of services catering to all individuals or organisations wishing to develop their international legal business, market intelligence 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:
- 20% reduction on International Division events and training
- invitations to free networking events
- regular updates on international matters
- upload your profile into our membership directory – promote yourself to your fellow International Division members
- 20% discount off Competition Section membership
Individual membership fee until end of 2012: £100 + VAT.
For law firms and in-house legal teams based in the UK and in any other jurisdiction. This level of membership provides your business with a range of services and support, offering practical advice, expertise and access to contacts to help you develop and deliver your international strategy. As there is no limit on the number of people at your firm or organisation that can participate in this membership, this is the best option if international work is at the heart of your business.
Key benefits:
- 20% reduction on International Division events and training 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 to an international audience
- add unlimited contacts at your organisation to this membership. Each of the named individuals can access the membership benefits once registered.
- take advantage of an introductory consultation meeting and advice and assistance throughout your membership year
- advertise your events and initiatives on our website and through our member only emails
- access sponsorship, speaking, placement and delegation hosting opportunities
- 20% discount off Competition Section membership for one member of your firm
Corporate membership fee until end of 2012:
Turnover of +£800 million.........£2000 + VAT
Turnover of +£100 million........ £800 + VAT
Turnover of +£20 million........... £500 + VAT
Turnover below £20 million,
law firms based outside of UK or
in house departments......£300 + VAT
Download an application form (PDF) and send with your payment to the Law Society to: The Law Society, 113 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1PL.
How to join
Individual membership
Pay online below via credit or debit card (we do not take American Express).
Alternatively, please download an application form (PDF) and send with your payment to the Law Society to: The Law Society, 113 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1PL.
Corporate membership
Please download an application form (PDF) and send with your payment to the Law Society to: The Law Society, 113 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1PL.