BLS’S RICHARD PORT ON BEING MADE A MEMBER OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE

In November I had the great honour of being made a Member of the British Empire by His Royal Highness Prince William at Windsor Castle.

It was a day I will never forget, especially with one of my guests being late due to the M25 protesters resulting in us all having to be transported by golf buggy from one end of the castle to the other. The press were very confused and thought they had missed out on a photo opportunity.

It was great to speak to Prince William about the work I have being doing to help victims of domestic abuse over the many years as well as the frequent struggles I’ve faced in ensuring the Justice system and other law firms, are fit for purpose.

I also got to speak about the amazing work that George Green LLP has been doing to help the community and its clients. We truly are a paradigm of excellence in the West Midlands legal sector, and I am so very proud to be working with individuals that actually help and care for their clients and community.

As well as the Birmingham Law Society’s tireless efforts to help all its members to make the legal sector so much better and the amazing work that Heart of England Community Foundation does to give back and make a change for those in need.

As much as I am proud to receive such an honour this isn’t the end of the road for me. My ladder hasn’t been climbed yet and I will continue to push for change for victims, the community, and the legal sector.

For all younger lawyers or other professionals at the start of their career, all I can say to you is, do what you are passionate about and don’t let anyone dissuade or side track you from your cause.