Exchange Chambers awarded Chancery Bar Association’s Charter for Fairness Mark

March 12, 2026

Exchange Chambers is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the Charter for Fairness Mark by the Chancery Bar Association (ChBA), recognising the set’s commitment to promoting fairness in work allocation, career development, marketing and earnings within chambers. 

The Fairness Charter was created in response to the extensive work undertaken by the Chancery Bar Association’s Equality and Diversity Subcommittee, following the publication of the Voices of Women at the Chancery Bar report on 3 April 2021. It contains 12 practical suggestions which the Chancery Bar Association believes will assist chambers in seeking to achieve fairness in work allocation, career development, marketing and earnings for female barristers in a meaningful way. 

Though its genesis lies in a wide-ranging discussion around gender equality at the Bar, the Fairness Charter has equal relevance to practitioners with other protected characteristics. Equally, whilst created by the Chancery Bar Association with its members in mind, it is relevant to all practice areas. 

Commenting on the award, Jonathan I’Anson, Chief Executive of Exchange Chambers, said: 

“At Exchange Chambers, we believe that fairness, transparency and accountability are fundamental to a strong and sustainable profession. 

“Adopting the Charter reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where all members have equal access to work, career development and progression.”