For lawyers in the twilight years of their careers, it isn’t difficult to see why the idea of becoming a non-executive director is an appealing one.
A non-executive director role on a Plc’s board is seen by many as a plum position to assume once their private practice careers come to an end, with demand far outstripping supply. It is a chance for corporate-minded lawyers to experience life on the other side of the boardroom—receiving kudos and a steady income for often interesting and not too time or energy intensive work at an elite former client.
