BCF Advisory Board: Guiding Our Vision, Shaping Our Mission

Meet the visionary leaders behind BCF’s mission to elevate and support Black lawyers in the UK and beyond.

Founder & Executive Director

SHARON THOMAS

Sharon Thomas, the driving force behind Black Counsel Forum (BCF), boasts over 25 years of legal expertise. Her commitment extends beyond legal practice—she is a dedicated advocate for inclusion in the legal landscape.

Leading BCF, Sharon provides a dynamic platform for legal professionals to learn, share, and network. This transformative community fosters a tight-knit network of support and empowerment, propelled by Sharon's passion for a more inclusive and empowered future for Black legal professionals.

BCF Advisory Board

Paulette Mastin Partner, Reed Smith

Sharon Blackman OBE, Managing Director & General Counsel, Citi

Lewitt Nurse, Deputy General Counsel, Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation, London

Lorna Smith, Senior Legal Counsel Consultant

Werten Bellamy, President Stakeholders, Inc