Networking events are a lottery. This one isn’t.

Pride in Law is hosting a fabulous evening of speed networking built for LGBTIAQ+ people and allies! Partake in structured networking that will encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone and provide a guided but relaxed approach to have meaningful conversations and build connections in the legal profession.

Commercial. Criminal. Family. Common law. Public law. Whatever you do, there is a corner of the room for it — and facilitators on the night to keep the introductions moving.

Come for the referrals. Stay for the canapés.

Who it is for

Legal professionals including students across every practice area and every level of seniority, from readers and graduates through to senior counsel and partners. Whether you are building a practice, looking for counsel you can trust, or simply want to spend an evening among people who get it, you are in the right place.

Allies are very welcome but we kindly ask that you are mindful of whose space you are sharing!

The details

When: Thursday 15 October 2026, 5.30 pm – 8.00 pm

Where: La Di Da (Basement), 577 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

Format: Facilitated speed networking, with the room organised by practice area

Refreshments: Canapés, plus a full selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, included in your ticket

Capacity: Limited to 80 places

Tickets

Early bird — $40, available until Wednesday 30 September 2026

General admission — $50

Student (show ID at entry) - $25

Your ticket includes canapés and free flow beverages for the duration of the event.

Running order

5.30 pm — Arrival, registration and drinks

6.00 pm — Welcome from Pride in Law and Svensons Barrister

6.10 pm — Facilitated speed networking rounds

7.15 pm — Open networking, canapés and drinks

8.00 pm — Close

With thanks to our sponsor

This event is proudly sponsored by Svenson Barristers, whose support makes the evening possible.

Access and dietary requirements

The venue is a basement space. If you have accessibility requirements, or dietary requirements we should know about, please contact us at events@prideinlaw.org and we will make arrangements.

Contact the host of Speed Networking for LGBTQIA+ people and allies in the Legal Profession