The IBA Forum for Government and Public Lawyers was established in 2023, making it the IBA’s newest committee. The forum aims to provide a home for government and public lawyers from around the world. This session will focus on the opportunities and challenges for government and public lawyers, covering issues including political pressure, ethics, specialist skills and work-life balance. The session will also provide fascinating insights into the work of government and public lawyers for private sector lawyers. The session will be of particular interest to practitioners working in legal departments in local, national and international government and public bodies, including parliamentary counsel.