Louise Buckingham

CEO

Arts Law Centre of Australia

Geometric shapeGeometric shapeGeometric shapeGeometric shapeGeometric shapeGeometric shape

Her story

Louise is the CEO at Arts Law Centre of Australia.

Without mentioning your job title, how would you describe what it is you do now (whether at home, work, in the community, etc.)?

Ensure Australian artists and arts organisations (full gamut of artistic expression) receive excellent legal advice and can access useful information and resources to ensure that they understand their rights; advocate for artists' rights; recognise the special place of First Nations artists and organisations across Australia.

What are the first three words you think of when you hear the word ‘diversity’?

Positivity, inclusion, joy.

What do you think it will take to develop truly diverse thinking within the legal industry?

More representation in positions of influence and power.

What was your main driver to enter the legal industry?

Desire to participate in the justice system, and to just outcomes.

Lucy Adamson

Partner

McCullough Robertson Lawyers

View profile

Hayley Mitchell

Partner

McCullough Robertson Lawyers

View profile

Antoinette Johnson

General Counsel

Telstra

View profile

Claire Lovejoy

Senior Legal Advisor

Logan City Council

View profile

Sarah Hausler

Partner

McCullough Robertson

View profile

Rhiannon Saunders

Managing Director

WGC Lawyers

View profile

Contribute to the rich tapestry of women in Australian law

This campaign is not just a reflection of the past; it's an invitation to join the celebration of women in law. We invite you to nominate other women within the legal industry to share their stories, anecdotes, and tributes. Together, let's honour their legacy and inspire future generations.

nominate a lawyer