Law Welcome to another year of networking and socialising with us! ⚖️📚 At the University of Derby Law Community, 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. We are thrilled to announce that we are introducing mooting as part of our community this year! Our academic events will include the following: Support with fundamental legal knowledge, such as commercial awareness Opportunities to meet legal firms Mooting competitions Workshops such as: how to moot, applications and more! Additional events organised by BPP University, Equal Opportunity Careers Our social events will keep things balanced because we all need a break from reading Lord Denning's Judgments. These will include the following: Bowling Christmas dinner Escape room Pub golf and many more - join our Whatsapp group chat to stay updated SPONSORS: A big thank you to BPP University for sponsoring us this academic year! UPCOMING EVENTS: 1. Social Give It A Go 📆 Date: 28th September 2026 🕓 Time: 5-6.30pm 📍Location: Court Room (FG 103) 🚀 Description: Come hang out with fellow law society members for an evening of good vibes, good company, and fun games. Whether you're a fresher looking to meet new faces or a familiar one just after a laugh, grab a drink, kick back, and join us for a relaxed night of games and chat. No stress, no small talk pressure- just a chance to unwind and get to know people outside the seminar room. 2. Academic Give It A Go: Application Workshop 📆 Date: 29th September 2026 🕓 Time: 12-1pm 📍Location: TBC 🚀 Description: During the session, we will explore how to write strong applications for legal roles. You'll review responses to common application questions and learn how to develop your answers to make a stronger impression on employers. 🔗 Sign Up Link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/applications-workshop-tickets-2000411068355 MEMBERSHIPS AND FEES: Membership: Our membership price for 2026/27 is £16. 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. CONTACTS: General Email - law.soc@derbyunion.co.uk Instagram - @uodstudentlawsociety