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Month: August 2026
Wired Differently Webinar: Neurodiversity, Burnout and Legal Culture, 2nd September 2026
Wednesday 2nd September, 2pm CET
Neurodiverse lawyers are part of every firm, yet the traits that come with conditions like autism and ADHD are often misread as performance, attitude or culture problems. Our panel including a neurodiversity coach with lived experience and employment lawyers with expertise in culture and compliance will unpack what neurodiversity really looks like in legal teams. They will consider how it connects to burnout, workplace conduct, and why understanding it is fast becoming a culture, compliance and retention issue rather than a “nice to have”.
A practical, candid conversation for firms who want to spot the traits, support their people, and turn difference into a strength.
Panellists
Gopika Kapoor – neurodiversity coach with lived and professional experience of neurodiversity and advocacy
Charlotte Yallop – employment lawyer, W Legal, UK member
Maaike Koot – employment lawyer, TK, Netherlands member
Beck Rechtsanwälte New Additions to the Team
Beck rechtsanwälte are delighted to share that they welcomed two new lawyers to their team this summer.
Dr. Max Lipsky, son of co-founder Manfred Lipsky, has joined the corporate law team. He advises start-ups and scale-ups throughout their entire lifecycle – from incorporation and financing rounds to exit transactions. Max also brings extensive experience in the restructuring of companies and corporate groups, as well as in M&A transactions. His clients include start-ups, mid-sized companies, family offices and private equity investors.
Jessica Schmaus has joined the employment law practice, a field she already focused on during her legal training. She will further expand the employment law team and strengthen the international focus. Jessica holds dual qualifications: a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B., Cologne/Paris 1) and a Maîtrise en Droit, with a specialisation in French and German law.
The firm are very pleased to have Max and Jessica on board and look forward to introducing them in person at one of the upcoming conferences.
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Autumn Conference: London, October 2026
The LNI Autumn Conference brings together legal professionals from across the network for a programme of knowledge sharing, collaboration and relationship building. Alongside conference sessions, delegates will enjoy a guided tour of the Royal Courts of Justice, a formal evening at the historic Reform Club, a vintage Routemaster bus tour of London, a gala evening in the Old Judges Courtroom and live entertainment. Creating a memorable experience that combines business with the rich history and culture of London.
22nd – 25th October 2026 in London
Thank you to our hosts W Legal for what we are sure will be an excellent conference.
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