The Opening of the Legal Year, inaugurated with a solemn ceremony at the entrance to the Supreme Court on Friday 26th September, signalled the beginning of a new legal year.
Chair of the Law Council and ISOLAS Partner, Emma Azopardi Lejeune, delivered a keynote address highlighting the Council's achievements over the past year and had the honour of formally seconding the motion to open the new legal year. This was particularly significant as it marked her first year serving as Chair, and the first time a woman has held this prestigious position.
Reflecting on the occasion, Emma said: "It is a privilege to serve as Chair of the Law Council and an honour to be the first woman to hold this role. I hope this sets the path for more women in the legal profession to take on the role in the future. The work that the Law Council does is very important to our profession and I am proud of all that the Council has done this year in support of our legal community. We will continue to build upon this as this new legal year progresses."
The Opening of the Legal Year is a cornerstone of Gibraltar's legal calendar, reminding us of the central role the legal profession plays in our society. ISOLAS remains proud to demonstrate its commitment to the highest standards of legal practice and continue to actively contribute to the development of Gibraltar's legal profession.