Description
Unity and Diversity in Law Society
Championing Inclusion, Empowering Success
We are the University of Bristol's first and only law society solely dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal profession. Our mission is to empower our members by celebrating differences and fostering an environment where every individual thrives. We stand by the belief that my diversity is my strength.
At our core, we embrace and advocate for the change needed to make the legal profession more inclusive and accessible. We aim to create a culture that enables individuals to flourish, proudly celebrating their unique backgrounds, identities, and circumstances.
Why Join Us?
Our society is unwavering in its commitment to destigmatizing and demystifying the legal profession, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their background, can aspire to and succeed in a legal career. By joining us, you'll have access to:
- Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Our partnerships with top firms like Ashurst, Dentons, Eversheds Sutherland, Mayer Brown, A&O Shearman, Simmons and Simmons, and more, give you a competitive edge in securing commercial opportunities.
- Personalised Application Support: Gain insights into application processes through exclusive workshops, mock interviews, and mentorship programs hosted by leading law firms.
And we offer so much more than a traditional law society:
Grassroots Series
We have previously launched (and aim to re-launch) our 'How-To' events—a beginner-friendly series that equips you with the skills needed to break into the legal profession. These sessions go straight to the heart of representation, ensuring that members from underrepresented backgrounds are prepared, both practically and aspirationally, for the recruitment process.
This series includes:
- How to Fast-Track Your Year
- How to Stand Out to Law Firms
- How to Network
- How to Build Commercial Awareness
These events are relaxed, collaborative, and open to everyone—emphasising collaboration before the competition.
Career Opportunities
This year, we're offering a range of career opportunities to highlight the value of diversity in the workplace and help you align your strengths with your career goals. Firms such as Ashurst, Dentons, Eversheds Sutherland, Mayer Brown, A&O Shearman, Simmons and Simmons, and more, will host workshops exclusively for our members, sharing invaluable insights and tips for excelling in their application rounds.
We've also partnered with several charitable organisations to offer mentorship programmes and pathways for diverse aspiring solicitors and barristers, expanding opportunities for members from all backgrounds.
Competitions
In the second term, we'll be holding competitions that allow you to showcase your unique perspectives in your applications. All participants receive training beforehand, so no prior experience is required. Prizes include one-on-one phone calls with graduate recruitment teams at elite firms, providing a chance to network and build connections that could set you apart.
With membership priced at only £2, what are you waiting for? Sign up today!
Follow us on social media to meet the team and stay up-to-date on all our exciting events throughout the year.
Our Aims
- Promote diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.
- Destigmatise and demystify pursuing a legal career.
- Introduce students from underrepresented backgrounds to opportunities and schemes that help them overcome barriers.
- Celebrate the achievements of minority groups and empower them to thrive.
- Foster an inclusive environment, building friendships and support systems among students.
Who Can Join?
Anyone—whether you're a law or non-law student, beginner, or experienced, our society welcomes you. Our Non-Law Rep and First-Year Rep are dedicated to ensuring every member feels supported and included in all our activities.
What's Included in Your Membership?
By Joining, you'll gain:
- Direct connections with top law firms and exclusive networking opportunities.
- Access to skills development sessions that will help you build an outstanding CV.
- The chance to participate in mooting, negotiating, and commercial awareness competitions, with amazing prizes and networking benefits.
- Entry to our Grassroots Series workshops.
- Opportunities to apply for Corporate Law Academy subscriptions and commercial law guides.
- Free sweets and refreshments at our welcome events!
- Most importantly—new friends and a supportive community.
Plus, enjoy FREE MEMBERSHIP if you sign up before 22nd September 2024!
Our Social Media
Instagram: @unitydiversityinlaw
Facebook: Unity and Diversity in Law
Website: Unity and Diversity in Law
For more details, visit our Instagram or reach out via email:
- General Inquiries: info@unitydiversityinlaw.co.uk
- President: Hrishant Singh - xf22331@bristol.ac.uk
- Vice-President: Pratham Gupta - pratham.gupta.2023@bristol.ac.uk
- General Secretary: Jeremy Foo - jeremyhz.foo.2023@bristol.ac.uk
Terms and conditions
Click here to view terms and conditions
Membership Fee Inclusions
Prior to signing up to a Club or Society speak to the Committee to find out what your membership includes and if there are any further expenses throughout the year.
Service Standards
All Club or Society members can expect to receive:
- The opportunity to attend regular meetings, events, activities, trips and socials as arranged.
- The opportunity to stand for a committee position or vote in their elections (Bristol students only).
- For Sports Club – to attend regular training sessions and have the opportunity to be selected for the teams.
Code of Conduct
When joining a club or society you are agreeing to abide by the constitution, general rules, regulations and policies of University of Bristol Students’ Union and also the Club or Society Code of Conduct which sets out the level of behaviour & discipline expected of all Club & Society members.
Refund Policy
Any customer who pays for a membership subscription to a Bristol SU Society, Sports Club, Student Media and initiatives has a 14 day cooling off period from the time and date of purchase during which they have the right to cancel the subscription and receive a full refund. If you do decide to cancel within the 14 days, Bristol SU will refund your payment within a further 30 days of the cancellation. To request a refund please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk
Data sharing (Sports Club members only)
Please be aware that Bristol SU may share data relating to the members of its sports clubs with the Centre for Sport, Exercise and Health (a department of the University). This information may be used for the purposes of communicating direct with these members and/or to cross-reference against SEH's Sports Pass membership records.
As part of Bristol SU's membership of British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Bristol SU may have to share data on to its sports clubs members so BUCS can, from time to time, communicate with these members.
Data sharing (Societies members only)
If you're joining one of the societies listed below please be aware that your name and email address will be shared with Bristol Hub for the purpose of keeping you up to date with their activities through their email “The Week”:
AIESEC Bristol, AMICUS Bristol, Anti-Slavery Society, Bristol Feminists, Bristol Friends of MSF, Bristol Marrow, Bristol Social Enterprise Society, Bristol Student Action for Refugees, Bristol University Amnesty International, Conservation Group, Bristol University Oxfam Group, Bristol University Sustainability Team, Bristol Volunteers for Development Abroad, Engineers Without Borders, Howard League for Penal Reform Student Society, International Affairs Society, Medsin Bristol, Model United Nations, and Vegetarian and Vegan Society.
For more information on Bristol Hub visit: http://www.bristolhub.org.
If you do not want your details shared with the Hub please email: bristolsu@bristol.ac.uk.
These terms shall be governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. Nothing in these terms shall exclude liability for fraudulent misrepresentation.
