Newcastle University Law Society

— University of Law - Virtual BPC Event —

Thursday 30th April - 12:00-13:5

This is to promote ‘s BPC course at Newcastle. Students will have the chance to hear from lecturers about the course and also get more information on Inns of Court and visas and finance if you are an international student.

Please sign up using the QR code in the post!
More details to follow closer to the time!

💜Welfare Week💜
Make sure to get involved with the different activities we have going on during the week!!

* Monday the 19th of February Yoga Class at Reformation Church 🧘‍♂️
* Wednesday 21st February Mog on the Tyne Cat Cafe 🐱
* Date for Revs de Cuba TBC! We will update when tickets are available for this.
Buy your tickets on the NULS website now!

What’s it like being a trainee?

This interactive webinar, hosted by will simulate the tasks you’ll face during a typical vacation scheme or assessment centre. It will require prioritising your workload and replying to emails, interviewing a witness and conducting legal research. You’ll even receive replies to your own emails, with some instant feedback from your supervisor! No legal knowledge is required and it’s great fun!

Register for your free ticket here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-hour-in-the-life-of-a-trainee-an-interactive-workshop-registration-779981444497

🚨I’M A CELEB SOCIAL🚨

Come along on the 22nd of February to the Law Societies Biggest Social Event yet! 🦘
We will meet at Soho Jesmond at 8pm where the challenges will commence.
The team which completes the challenges first will win a £50 bar tab!! 🥂🍺
All members are welcome and non-members as well! 🦘
Enter your team here: https://newcastle-my.sharepoint.com/:w:/g/personal/c0034672_newcastle_ac_uk/Ea9exEi6VehNled-W8h0jUUBMOkDp1cx6l2q6bwCio184Q?e=ik1BGd

Whether you’re an aspiring barrister or want to learn about a career at the Bar, then come along to our panel event and hear from barristers. We have 5 barristers from a range of practice areas coming to the Law School for a panel event and Q&A session. 6th March 6-7/7.30pm Law School Lecture Theatre Open to members and non members Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2D2OOa7s6iZR99Hh_MpSN3b4VUQgiz5VXeBFGr7up_zfgpg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=

🎉This Weeks Social 🎉

We have secured discounted tickets to ‘The Ultimate House Party’ at SOHO Rooms this Thursday.
Use the code ‘LAWSOC’ do grab your ticket!

The Social will begin at Spy bar at 8:30!
We will hopefully see a lot of you there 🍾🍾

present their ‘Speed Advocacy Competition’ taking place on Thursday 1st February 2024, with a dedicated training session on Friday 26th January 2024, 12-2:30pm!

This competition will centre around a witness examination scenario, offering an invaluable opportunity to hone your advocacy skills. The venues for both events are as follows:

Competition Location: Newcastle University Campus, Armstrong building
Training Location: University of Law building, G22

Participating in this event is not only a chance to showcase your abilities but also a unique training ground where you will receive guidance specifically tailored for the competition format. The witness examination focus will provide hands-on experience, allowing you to refine your questioning techniques and courtroom demeanour.

Whether you are considering a career at the bar or not, this event is a fantastic addition to your CV. Advocacy skills are highly transferable, and employers across various fields appreciate individuals who can articulate ideas persuasively. Engaging in a witness examination scenario will not only boost your confidence in public speaking but also enhance your critical thinking and analytical abilities.

We hope that many of you take this opportunity to sign up and gain this amazing experience! Register your interest below via the signup sheet:
https://forms.gle/mwg6PU1ANPsTUqtm8

If you are thinking about which qualifying route to take after your Law Degree, this webinar from the College of Legal Practice will provide invaluable information regarding the SQE.

 Register here; https://collegalpractice.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_00D7wYdKQGWp6eQdnbYAhQ

In this webinar, the College team will share with you guidance, information and resources to support your journey to qualifying as a solicitor through the SQE. There will also be time for Q&A so please feel free to bring along some questions around SQE!
 
The webinar will include:
•            The SQE qualification route
•            Tips and advice for 1st/2nd/3rd year students
•            The SQE1 and SQE2 Assessments
•            The different SQE pathways available to you
•            How the College prepares and supports students to sit the SQE exams

Applications are now open for Allen & Overy’s First Year Programme.
This is a great opportunity to gain key experience from a global firm!

Apply through this link: First Year Programme :: Allen & Overy UK graduate and student careers (aograduate.com)

A great opportunity to learn more about the different roles available within Allen & Overy!

Details and the registration link can be found on the following webpage: https://www.aograduate.com/Events

🍻🥂First Social of the Year🥂🍻

Celebrate the end of exams and join us on our first social event of the year! We’ve organised a bar crawl, starting in Jesmond and finishing in town, which we would love for you all to join!💜

The crawl will start at SOHO Jesmond at around 20:30, this Thursday! Hope to see you there🙌🏻