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Law graduate shares her passion for volunteering and plans for the future

Law graduate shares her passion for volunteering and plans for the future

Published: 14 Mar 2023

Fiona Mehta

The opportunities at µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøare endless with free modern language classes, societies and clubs, volunteering, internship opportunities and more.

Fiona, Undergraduate, Alumni

Legal Associate, Internet Removals - Australia

Law with International Arbitration and Commercial Law LLB - 2022

From India

Which country do you currently live in?

India and the UK

What are you passionate about and why?

I am passionate about having a successful career in Corporate Law and becoming a female version of Harvey Spectre (from the TV show, Suits). Aside from my passion for law, I have a deep interest in dancing, journaling, acting, volunteering, writing, and learning about new cultures and languages which are portrayed throughout my university life at Brunel.

What does a typical day at work involve for you?

I currently work from home which has made it flexible for me to work from anywhere at any time. A typical day working as a Legal Associate for Internet Removals involves working in areas of Defamation Law, Consumer Law, Intellectual Property Rights Law, and Privacy Law specifically but not limited to Australia, UK, US, and Canadian Law. Typically, I remove infringing details of every spectrum and complexity from the internet.

What are your plans for the next two years?

This year, I plan on gaining legal work experience and alongside this, pursue a Postgraduate Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights Law and Consumer Law in India. Next year, I would like to pursue a Masters in Law (LLM) in Corporate / Commercial Law from a University in the UK and apply for a training contract.

Why do you enjoy volunteering for Brunel?

I have volunteered throughout my university life at Brunel. In my first and second year, I received a µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøVolunteers Silver and Gold Award respectively. I was also nominated for the Outstanding Contribution to Volunteering Award. µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøhas exceptional opportunities to volunteer and provide for the community. Additionally, µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøis very supportive and recognises students for their volunteering well. For me, I received an opportunity from µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøto volunteer oversees in Bali, Indonesia to help talented disabled people.

How would you say your µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøexperience has helped you to get where you are today?

Receiving an internationally recognised degree from an internationally recognised institution like µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøhelps in gaining work experience. Today, I am walking out of µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøwith lot more knowledge and confidence. The Professional Development Centre (PDC) at µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøhelps every student substantially during their studies and for three years after graduation, and because of this, I have been able to get a job in Australia today. µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøhave helped me build the skills and connections I needed for my future.

Why did you choose to study at µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøand why would you recommend µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøto others?

I choose to study at µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøas it is a campus-based university in London with students from all around the world creating a community feeling. Academically, µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøis one of the only universities in the UK to offer specialisation with your undergraduate degree in law which makes you stand out from other law graduates from other universities. The opportunities at µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøare endless with free modern language classes, societies and clubs, volunteering, internship opportunities and more. I would recommend µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøto others who want to recognise and portray your inner talent to the world.

What is your best memory of studying here?

My best memory of studying here would definitely be the One µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøWorld Week where µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøcelebrates and recognises diverse cultures and communities annually. Being an international student being miles away from home, this is where I got a chance to represent India at the One µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøFashion Show. The feeling of strong community and togetherness made my whole µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøexperience very heart-touching. µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍømade my time a home away from home.

If you could give one piece of advice to current µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøstudents, what would that be?

My advice to current µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøstudents would be to take part in as many activities as you can, it can be academic or non-academic. This will make your µÚÒ»³Ô¹ÏÍøexperience more memorable and fruitful.

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