MENTORSHIP
MENTORSHIP Mentorship is a two-way relationship that thrives on mutual commitment, effort, and respect. Unlike a one-sided transaction where only one person gives and the other receives, effective mentorship requires active participation from both mentor and mentee to create a meaningful and impactful experience. These are just a few examples of a mentor and mentee […]
PIVOT WITH A PURPOSE: THE CAREER SHIFT PLAYBOOK FOR LEGAL PROFESSIONALS
Feeling stuck in your legal career? Wondering if there’s more beyond traditional legal practice? You’re not alone. Many legal professionals find themselves at a crossroads, unsure of their next move. The good news? You already have the skills to pivot—you just need the strategy. Whether you’re considering legal tech, entrepreneurship, consulting, or another industry, this webinar will give […]
LEGAL CAREERS | LEGAL TECH
Legal Tech: A Fast-Growing Career Path for Law Students in the Age of AI. I attended the Microsoft Al Tour yesterday and as expected, I learned a lot on the latest Al trends, innovations, and insights.For those who attended our Legal Careers Workshop last year, Legal Tech was one of the fields that we covered. […]
“One of my mentors is a 60 year old American man”
One of my mentors is a 60 year old American man. When we think of mentorship, it’s natural to gravitate toward those who look like us or share similar lived experiences. Representation matters and it’s inspiring to see someone who mirrors your identity succeeding in spaces you aspire to navigate. However, my journey has taught […]
FWIL MENTORSHIP 2025
Applications for our mentorship programme are now open and will close on 17 January 2025. Unfortunately I only have capacity for a small number of mentees each year as this allows me to give my full love, attention and energy. I will also be selecting from our database (those who have previously applied but did […]
DRIVING CHANGE: ADVOCATING FOR DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN LAW
I was deeply honored to be invited by the University of Pretoria to speak on the vital and transformative topic of Advancing Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal System. This opportunity allowed me to connect with a diverse audience of students, academics, and legal professionals who are equally passionate about driving meaningful change in the […]
CELEBRATING PARTNERSHIP AND PROGRESS
We are thrilled to reflect on the journey we began earlier this year with Varsity College. This significant partnership has been instrumental in supporting aspiring legal professionals as they transition from academia to thriving legal careers. Together, we’ve worked to bridge the gap between education and the professional world, ensuring graduates are equipped with the […]
FWIL MENTORSHIP
We had our last contact session this past Saturday. ✨ Special thank you to Nqobile Mbatha and Kekelotso who joined us as a guest mentors 🙌🏾 Kekeletso is a Graduate Recruitment Manager @ Bowmans. Nqobile is an associate attorney, entrepreneur and founder of SNC CREATIVES The following topics where discussed:
LAW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Are you interested in pursuing a legal career that does not require admission? Or perhaps you are an attorney in practice looking to pivot and explore other career opportunities available for you, then this is the right platform for you 💁🏾♀ We explore the diverse career opportunities that a law degree can unlock. Traditional and […]
FLASHBACKFRIDAY – FWIL LEGAL CAREERS WORKSHOP
Are you interested in pursuing a legal career that does not require admission?Thinking about what you can do with your BA Law or BCom Law degree? Our Legal Careers Workshop is designed to explore the diverse career opportunities that a law degree can unlock. Traditional and non-traditional legal careers. This year we had Thabang Lesita […]