Partner named ‘Most Inspiring Unsung Hero’ at This Can Happen Awards 2023

BCLP Partner Jim Lawrence was named ‘Most Inspiring Unsung Hero’ at the 2023 This Can Happen Awards, hosted in London. “This category recognizes those who haven’t received the recognition they truly deserve. This person will have demonstrated themselves as a huge support to someone else,” This Can Happen states. In 2020, Jim joined BCLP’s newly created Global WellBeing Board. Jim has helped the board continue to create a psychologically safe environment, ensuring that people know where to get help and support if they need it. As part of Jim’s role on the WellBeing Board, he learned of the UK’s “This Is Me” storytelling initiative. Jim shared his story with his colleagues around the globe, helping remove the stigma around addiction in the corporate world.

A judge for the award stated, "Jim's story is inspirational and inspiring. To dismantle stigma in the legal profession, we need more people like Jim to come forward. I also love that Jim not only helps and supports people within his law firm, but also extends a hand to their family members and other loved ones.”