Law for All Society: First Year Representative

The Law for All society provides students with a platform to gain insight and understanding on how to get into the legal profession from any degree. The nature of this society is one of inclusivity, and I believe first year students are the most important aspect of ensuring the success of this society. 

First year students are entering a new and daunting environment, with many losing some confidence upon joing the university, I know that I did. Therefore, it's vital that we are not just open to but actively inviting first year students to join the society, setting them up for success in any endeavours they make into the legal field during the next two years of their degree and beyond. Many may be joining by themselves, so I think we have a really good opportunity to host a few events specifically designed to get first years joining and making friends within the society, that aren't just limited to happening at the beginning of the year.

I also believe that knowledge is power, and have noticed that currently there's not a lot of information specific to first years. I would be more than happy to take on the responsibility of perhaps creating workshops to disseminate important infromation about activities first years could be getting involved in to benefit their CVs and other things of that nature. 

As a first year representative, I'll work to foster an environment where first year students feel empowered to explore the legal field, regardless of their primary discipline :)

I am standing for the position of First Year Representative as I believe in equal opportunity for everyone aspiring for a legal career. With my deep compassion and strong commitment to effective communication - I am assured I can fulfil this role with utmost competence. 

As a first-year student, I was introduced to a wide array of opportunities through this society, and feel it is vital to continue this. As someone, from a non-law background, I am now conscious of the different routes into a legal career; and believe it is crucial to understand how. 

With my legal work experience, at leading firms, such as HSF and Macfarlanes - I have built a network so I am able to create opportunities for others. Furthermore, I am skilled at communication as I have a background of working in schools, which requires me to communicate effectively. I am uniquely positioned to engage and promote relevant opportunities for first year students, by harnessing my skills and making use of my legal experience.

If elected, I will prioritise initiatives that specifically cater to first-year students. I will plan to organise informative meetings and networking events, to provide a deeper understanding of legal careers. I am committed to ensuing that every first-year feels supported and empowered to excel, as I also promise to hear everyone's questions and concerns, to further develop the functioning of the Law for All society.

Thank you for your consideration of me as First Year Rep.