"The Warwick Junior Lawyers Division is a great community of young aspiring lawyers who want to understand more about the field and those within it. It is a space for people in the same (or similar) boat as you. I joined in the hope of meeting others like me. I see it as a place to nurture a passion for the career, learn more and make connections that will last."

"After learning about it I was quick to jump at the opportunity to attend any event they hosted, and when I learnt they were creating a committee I knew I wanted to help in some way. After learning of the roles I knew that Welfare was for me. I want to help others, which is a very challenging career and degree. I am delighted to have been appointed to the role. As the Welfare Officer I hope to host wellbeing and mental health events, such as stress management, but also very relaxed socials and mixers that get people out of the office (or library) and take a break."

"I would love to see more students at Warwick join the division, as I think it is a great opportunity to have early insight into the legal profession."

A number of our current students attended the launch, some of whom have become members. We asked them what they thought of the event…

Gvantsa Ichkiti, LLM in International Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation

“Attending the WJLD launch was a really inspiring experience. It was great to see so many motivated students and early-career professionals in one place, all eager to connect and grow together. The event had a welcoming atmosphere and highlighted how committed the WJLD is to supporting junior lawyers in our region. It was also encouraging to see the opportunities for collaboration and professional development that WJLD is creating for its members.”

“I joined the WJLD because I wanted to be part of a wider network of aspiring and junior lawyers beyond university. It offers valuable opportunities to build connections, learn from others in the profession, and get involved in events that support personal and professional development. Being part of WJLD feels like a step closer to the legal world, and I’m looking forward to everything the division has planned.”

Christeena Anna Reji, LLM in Advanced Legal Studies

“The WJLD launch was an incredible experience and my first legal social event! The atmosphere was so welcoming, and it was amazing to connect with legal professionals and peers. The event offered fantastic networking and career insights."

"WJLD is a great platform for building connections and gaining industry exposure. I highly recommend joining and attending future events to make the most of this incredible community!”

Suhani Rajan, 1st year LLB

“The launch event was an incredible opportunity to network with legal professionals from across Coventry, Birmingham, Warwickshire, Leamington, and beyond. I gained valuable insights into WJLD’s partnership with On-Point Data and the various scholarship opportunities available.”

“What really stood out to me was the chance to connect with lawyers at a similar stage in their careers. While I was the youngest there as a first-year, I had insightful conversations with third years, paralegals, and legal assistants who had just entered the legal field. We often hear about the lives of trainees and partners, but it’s rare to get such an honest perspective on the day-to-day challenges faced by those still trying to ‘make it’ in the profession.”

“It was also inspiring to engage with senior professionals who offered valuable guidance and advice on career opportunities and scholarships. While Warwick is known for its strong academic focus, this society provides a fantastic opportunity to supplement that academic foundation with practical insights and professional connections.”