Bertha Cave

"I am aware that my application is most unusual and no doubt without precedent, but trust that the Masters of the bench will give it their serious consideration and I should, in the event of a favourable reply, be pleased to conform to any special rules they may think fit to impose."

"Cave challenged the male exclusivity of the legal profession."

"She is the model of determination and icon for anyone who is or feels like an ‘outsider’"

"Miss Cave had humble legal aspirations and sought only to provide counsel should she be allowed to pursue a legal career. She did not aspire to the Bench."