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Legal Returners’ Programme
2026 Legal Returners’ Programme – Now Open for Registrations
We’re thrilled to announce that registrations are now open for our 2026 Legal Returners’ Programme – our flagship annual initiative supporting lawyers returning to practice after a career break. Sign up below to secure your place or register your interest.
Legal Returners’ Programme
Join us to find out what’s changed – and what hasn’t – since you last worked in the law. Get expert advice to help you prepare to return to working in the law. Be inspired to embark on your journey back to your legal career.
Our programme features lawyers, GCs, expert coaches and fellow returners, all on board to help you refresh your skills and knowledge and take your next step in your business legal career after a break.
Our programme is designed to fit around your life. It runs online, with optional in-person events in London, and all sessions take place during UK school hours to make joining easier. You’ll be paired with a mentor who will support you throughout the programme, and you’ll also have access to a coach for personalised one-to-one sessions. The Returners’ Programme is completely free to join. Places are limited, so we just ask that you try to attend as many of the sessions as you can over the nine months.
Focus Areas
Getting ready to return
We will work on key topics such as building confidence, identifying strengths and overcoming the obstacles to returning to work.
Life in the law today
Our speakers are all lawyers working across private practice and in house, and offer a valuable opportunity to find out about their roles and the challenges facing lawyers today. All sessions are interactive and questions are welcomed!
Legal trends to watch
Catch up with some of the latest developments and emerging trends in areas such as commercial law, data privacy and ESG to inspire your return.
Your next step
Turn your mind to the practicalities and plan your next step with tips and advice on flexible working, managing work & home life and presenting your best self.
Legal Returners’ Programme
“The legal profession’s growing appetite for hiring career returners is opening up a wealth of opportunities for a talented group of lawyers” – Dana Denis-Smith, CEO, Obelisk Support
Informed by best practice and industry leading expertise
Obelisk Support has been working with returners to the legal industry for over a decade, creating flexible working options that help professionals come back to legal after a break – or stay in their career alongside other responsibilities.
Our Legal Returners Programme distils everything we’ve learnt about helping people come back to the law into monthly sessions. Easy to access (everything’s online), packed with expertise, tips and practical advice. Thinking about returning to the law after a career break – for whatever reason? Our aim is to help you understand your options, build your confidence and take the first step back into work.