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WHY IT’S OKAY FOR YOUR LEGAL JOURNEY TO NOT FOLLOW A LINEAR PATH

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28 Sept 2026

WHY IT’S OKAY FOR YOUR LEGAL JOURNEY TO NOT FOLLOW A LINEAR PATH

It is common knowledge amongst many young and aspiring law students that not getting signed to a Big 5 Law Firm is easily one of the worst things that could happen to you upon the completion of your LLB. It is also common knowledge that the only viable route after that final “pens down” moment […]

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FWIL LEGAL CAREERS WORKSHOP  2026

26 Sept 2026

FWIL LEGAL CAREERS WORKSHOP 2026

What an incredible day at the Legal Careers Workshop (LCW)! ⚖️ A day filled with insightful conversations, valuable lessons, meaningful connections, and opportunities to learn from professionals who are making their mark in the legal industry. The LCW brought together aspiring legal professionals, students, and industry experts in one space, creating an environment where knowledge […]

LEGAL CAREERS WORKSHOP – PANEL

26 Sept 2026

LEGAL CAREERS WORKSHOP – PANEL

To our incredible panel of speakers, thank you for so generously sharing your time, knowledge, experiences and wisdom. Thank you for showing up honestly and openly, and for giving our attendees the kind of practical insight, encouragement and perspective that they can carry with them as they navigate their own careers.

LCW 2026 TASK TEAM

19 Sept 2026

LCW 2026 TASK TEAM

Legal Careers Workshop 2026 A very special thank you to our incredible Task Team, comprising our FWIL and FMIL mentees. Thank you for giving your time, energy and talents to helping us bring this event to life. So much happens behind the scenes to make a day like this possible, and we could not have […]

SIBLING MAINTENANCE

19 Sept 2026

SIBLING MAINTENANCE

Can I be legally compelled to provide maintenance to my sibling? Let’s talk about sibling maintenance in South Africa People generally think about maintenance in the context of parents having to provide financial support to their children and or spouses upon divorce, the question we seek to answer in this piece is whether or not […]

10 alternative careers that leverage your education and experience

30 Jul 2026

10 alternative careers that leverage your education and experience

Your Law Degree Is More Powerful Than You Think. For many law graduates and legal professionals, the traditional path seems obvious: become an attorney, advocate, prosecutor, or magistrate. But the truth is that a legal education equips you with one of the most versatile skill sets in the professional world. From strategy and negotiation to […]

MVA Law as an official FWIL Partner.

13 Jul 2026

MVA Law as an official FWIL Partner.

We are delighted to feature MVA Law as an official FWIL Partner. As part of this exciting partnership, MVA Inc. has generously opened its doors to our selected FWIL members by offering valuable job shadowing opportunities. This initiative provides aspiring legal professionals with practical exposure to the legal profession, allowing them to learn from experienced practitioners, gain meaningful […]

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