Natalie is a project manager at Matrix Chambers. She is responsible for equality & diversity and regulatory compliance, as well as business development initiatives and marketing projects. She has a law degree from University of Birmingham, an LLM in Legal Theory from the London School of Economics and is a qualified PRINCE2 Practitioner.
Natalie Hearn and Brie Stevens-Hoare QC herald the launch of FreeBar, the LGBT+ chambers network that aims to promote an inclusive culture throughout the Bar
A number of barristers’ chambers – including Matrix, Hardwicke, No5 Chambers, 5 Paper Buildings and 3 Hare Court – are working in association with Stonewall to establish a forum for chambers, employers and individuals working at and for the Bar focused on supporting LGBT+ people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender and sexuality minorities).
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