Law University is challenging. A law degree is demanding. And a legal career can be even tougher. Who understands this better than your fellow law students? At the University of Derby Law Society, we’re more than just a society — we’re a community of like-minded students who share the journey. We know the pressures of studying law, and we aim to create a supportive space where you can relax, socialise, seek advice, and prepare for your future. This year, we’ll be running a wide range of events: from socials designed to help you unwind and connect with friends, to career-focused opportunities where you can attend talks, gain insight from leading professionals, and start building your network. Our law society is more than a club — it’s a foundation for your future. We hope to create a network of peers who support each other throughout university and beyond, as we take our first steps into the legal profession. UPCOMING EVENTS: Law Ball - TBC For More Law Ball information - Law Ball 2026 BUY AND SELL YOUR TEXTBOOKS There is an opportunity for members of the Law Society to sell and buy second-hand textbooks from other Derby students. To join the textbook marketplace, you must be a law society member. https://www.facebook.com/uodstudentlawsociety/ MEMBERSHIPS AND FEES: To become a society member, you will need the Society Membership (£15) Membership: Our membership price for 2025/26 is £15. If you buy the membership, you will receive: Reduced entry fees to events Access to our newsletter (NEW to this academic year) Enables you to run in our committee elections By buying our membership, it will enable us to host great events this year to ensure you get your value for money. It will also go towards our annual law ball, to cover all the costs. . CONTACT: General Email - law.soc@derbyunion.co.uk President Email - president_u.d.s.l.s@outlook.com Careers Email - careers_u.d.s.l.s@outlook.com Instagram - @uodstudentlawsociety Linkedln - @University of Derby Student Law Society PREVIOUS EVENTS WE HAVE HELD THIS ACADEMIC YEAR: - Give it a go (social event)(23/09/25) - Give it a go (careers event)(25/09/24)