DURHAM LAW SOCIETY
From The President
Hello everyone! I’m Gavin and I am proud to be your 184th President of Durham Law Society. This year, my mission is straightforward: to ensure you get more opportunities to discover and develop. Whether these are firm-focused events, publications or workshops, I hope you’ll make the most of everything we offer and take a step closer to your goals. I am also incredibly proud of our exec team this year. Each of them brings their own enthusiasm and ambition to the society, and I’m excited to see what we will achieve together and the initiatives we have prepared for you all. Lastly and most importantly, putting aside all the applications and networking and whatever commercial awareness means, I truly hope that you will enjoy your university life, get involved, have lots of fun and create memories. Looking forward to the year ahead!
What You Can Find Here
Events Overview
Discover our calendar of networking events, social gatherings, and professional workshops designed for law students.
Mentoring Scheme
Connect with
experienced peers and
professionals who can
guide you through your
legal education and
career planning.
LexMarkets
Stay updated with the
latest commercial
awareness insights and
legal market trends
tailored for prospective
applicants.
Careers Resources
Navigating the path to
magic circle firms or the
prestigious bar with
specialized guides and
application support.
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