Law Society

Our Ethos

At Bournemouth University Law Society, we aim to create a welcoming and supportive environment where you can grow both socially and professionally. Through a variety of events, we help you expand your network and connect with legal professionals and others throughout the year.

What We Do?

By joining the BU Law Society, you'll gain access to a range of opportunities to socialise and build valuable professional connections. Whether you're looking to meet fellow students or connect with industry professionals, we have something for you.

Professional Events

We offer several professional events to help you expand your career network. 

These include:

• 'Meet the Firm' Events: Take advantage of Bournemouth University’s strong connections with local firms. 

In 2024, we hosted representatives from top firms like Ellis Jones Solicitors, Steele Raymond, Moore Barlow, and Frettens Solicitors.

• ‘Future Friday’ Events: Develop your legal knowledge and skills for a career in law by attending lectures delivered by local professionals. These sessions boost your ability to apply for legal opportunities and offer insight into a career in law. 

• Competitions: We help organise exciting competitions such as the annual Negotiation Competition (hosted by Ellis Jones Solicitors) and a new Commercial Awareness Competition (hosted by Preston Redman Solicitors).

• Law Ball: Our prestigious annual law ball presents an evening of networking with professionals and fellow students in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. We host a guest speaker each year who is both connected to BU and boasts extensive experience in the legal field.

Social Events

We believe that socialising is just as important as professional development. Our social events are designed to be fun, engaging, and tailored to your preferences.

• We regularly poll our members on social media to ensure our events meet your needs and interests. This helps us keep things fresh, exciting, and, most importantly, enjoyable.

• Whether you're networking or just making new friends, connecting with like-minded people is what makes our society special.

• Our socials are a mix of sober and non-sober, promoting inclusion and a safe space to interact with peers. These include and are not limited to evenings at Dylan’s, quiz and bingo nights, Court visits, seminars and study groups. 

Meet the Committee

President: Luke Bartlett

Vice President: Maria Patalacci

Treasurer: Billy Lawton 

Secretary: Anna Medvedeva 

Health & Safety Officer: Elijah Bennett

Diversity & Wellbeing Officer: Grace Mawer 

Events Manager: Elise Rosine 

Contact us

You can get in touch via our social media (bulawsoc) or alternatively you can email us at subulawsoc@bournemouth.ac.uk.