Pictured above: Hannah Scott, employment solicitor from
Waldrons solicitors with year six pupils from Leighswood School,
Walsall
A Walsall employment solicitor has been recognised for her
outstanding contribution in providing young people with the skills
required for the world of work.
Hannah Scott, solicitor from specialist Black Country solicitors
Waldrons accepted a 'Rising Star' Award from Walsall Education
Business Partnership (EBP) at its 15th annual Employer Conference
recently.
The prestigious award is presented to only a small number of
professional business individuals who have dedicated a significant
amount of voluntary time supporting young people in schools
throughout Walsall, as part of the Walsall EBP.
During the last year, Hannah has visited primary and secondary
schools throughout the borough as a 'business supporter' to provide
pupils with professional mentoring in employability skills, such as
how to present themselves in a job interview, working to deadlines
and handling presentations.
"It is amazing to be recognised and receive such a special
award," she said.
"Walsall EBP provides an excellent platform for businesses to
help the future generation gain work-related skills and experience
from an early age.
"I would really encourage other businesses to get involved and
offer support to such a worthwhile project.
"Waldrons will continue to support Walsall EBP with more
solicitors joining the partnership as business supporters."
Walsall EBP provides the opportunity for employers and schools
to raise the quality and relevance of skills gained in preparation
for the world of work.
Sarah Finnigan, EBP co-ordinator of Walsall EBP said: "Hannah
has made such a big impact in the short amount of time she's been
supporting Walsall EBP.
"Her enthusiasm and professional experience has really played a
big part in supporting a number of our projects and pupils in their
personal development gaining work-related skills and hands-on
experience."
Waldrons' commitment to quality of client service has been
recognised by the Law Society of England Wales. It remains the only
law firm in Walsall to be awarded the Law Society's Lexcell
accreditation.
With offices in Walsall, Merry Hill, Dudley, Tipton,
Kingswinford and Worcester, Waldrons specialises in wills, trusts
and powers of attorney, commercial property and corporate law,
buying and selling residential property, employment law, dispute
resolution, personal injury, medical negligence and industrial
disease claims.
Other specialist services include criminal defence, prison law
and family law services, including divorce, separation and children
in care.