Meet the Committee

The EDI Committee at Biscoes plays a key role in advancing the firm's commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, supporting both our people and our wider corporate social responsibility objectives. 

The Committee brings together colleagues from across the firm to shape and support initiatives that promote respect, fairness and opportunity for everyone, both within our workforce and in the communities we serve. It works collaboratively to review and inform policies, drive awareness and training, and champion inclusive practices that reflect Biscoes' values and ethical standards. 

Through this work, the Committee helps create a positive and supportive working environment where people from all backgrounds feel valued, respected and empowered to succeed. 

Meet our EDI Leads

Naomi Taylor is a Trainee Graduate Solicitor Apprentice in the Dispute Resolution Department and the firm's Co-EDI Lead. In this role, she co-leads the EDI team and supports Biscoes in developing and embedding an inclusive and respectful workplace culture. Naomi works closely with colleagues across the business to integrate equity, diversity and inclusion into firm-wide policies, practices and day-to-day decision-making. She is committed to helping ensure that people from all backgrounds feel supported, valued and able to thrive, and that inclusion remains a meaningful and practical part of how the firm operates.

Michelle Hurst is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives and has specialised in childcare and adoption law since 2013. She has extensive experience advising parents, family members and court-appointed Children’s Guardians in both court proceedings and pre-proceedings matters. A long-standing advocate for equity and inclusion, Michelle has championed fair access to opportunities for under-represented groups throughout her career. She was appointed Lead for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Biscoes in September 2024 and works closely with senior leadership to develop and deliver strategies that promote an inclusive, respectful and equitable workplace for staff and clients alike.

Kevin Richardson has more than 35 years' experience in the legal profession and is committed to supporting clients with professionalism, empathy and understanding. Alongside delivering exceptional legal support, he is passionate about championing mental health and wellbeing within the profession. Kevin recognises that mental health challenges are often hidden or overlooked, and he strives to create an environment where people feel supported, listened to and respected. Drawing on both his personal and professional experiences, he has developed a strong sense of resilience and self-awareness, which continues to shape his commitment to supporting others who may be facing similar challenges. His approach combines legal expertise with compassion, helping to make legal support accessible, approachable and human.

Sally Allen is a Trainee Solicitor in our Employment Team and serves as the firm's Disability DEI Lead. Alongside her aspiration for a career in employment law, Sally is a passionate disability advocate committed to raising awareness of both visible and invisible disabilities. She has a particular interest in workplace inclusion, disability discrimination and reasonable adjustments, and is dedicated to promoting greater understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by disabled individuals in the workplace. Through her DEI role, Sally works to strengthen awareness, encourage open conversations around disability, and support initiatives that help create a more inclusive environment for colleagues, clients and the wider community. Sally is passionate about helping to create workplaces where disability is understood, supported and valued, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Tahlia Juggins is an active member of the firm’s DEI Committee and an accredited Mental Health First Aider, supporting colleagues by fostering a workplace where people feel understood and included. She cares deeply about wellbeing and representation, and brings a thoughtful, people focused approach to every initiative she works on. Tahlia helps in planning the firm’s Pride celebrations, with a focus on celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in a meaningful way which is reflective of the voices within it. Her commitment to creating a welcoming environment is at the heart of her contribution to the DEI programme.