North Wales solicitor wins election to be deputy vice president of Law Society
Mark Evans has won the election to become the new deputy vice president of the Law Society of England and Wales.
He will take office in October 2023, then go on to become vice president in 2024 and president of the Law Society in 2025.
Evans practised property and private client law for more than 28 years. He was a director at Allington Hughes Solicitors, a cross-border general high street law firm with offices in North Wales and Chester.
Currently, he teaches various courses on real estate, private client and professional skills at the University of Law.
Evans was a member of Chancery Lane’s Wales Committee for nine years and acted as chair for four of those years.
He has been on the Law Society Council for more than eight years and was a former president and chair of the Cheshire and North Wales Law Society.
“As a Welsh office holder, Mark brings a new perspective to the Law Society with a comprehensive understanding of the Welsh jurisdiction and considerable experience engaging with the Welsh government,” Chancery Lane said.
Evans said: “I am extremely proud to have been elected as the next deputy vice president of the Law Society and the first in our history to be elected from North Wales.
“As we approach our bicentenary, now is the time to promote a modern, diverse and inclusive profession. I want to encourage ambitious and aspiring solicitors from all backgrounds to enter and stay within the legal profession.
“During the coming years we must adapt to a changing legal landscape and utilise legal technology and innovation. I am, in particular, looking forward to welcoming new members at admission ceremonies and engaging with all members throughout England and Wales.”
The Law Society’s current president, Lubna Shuja, said: “I extend my deepest congratulations to Mark, who emerged as the winner from a strong field of candidates. Mark will bring his own unique perspective and experience to the role.
"As we are the Law Society of England and Wales, it is great to see a Welsh member will take office. I look forward to seeing what Mark accomplishes in post and warmly wish him all the very best.”