Exploring The Law During The Course

I believe that Law underpins every aspect of life, with its inherent interdisciplinary nature being borne from its ability to seamlessly interact with each facet of society and its development. It is far more than just a boundary between ‘right’ and ‘wrong’, and has the potential to adapt to suit society’s needs, requiring legal scholars to make a commitment to lifelong learning. Having visited several Law ‘fairs’, where I had the opportunity to learn more about different course options, career possibilities, and prospective employers, I have settled on this particular course as a result of its diverse range of available modules.

During my induction week at City, University of London we were required to attend an activity that was known as the ‘Out & About’ Now, you may all be asking yourselves ‘is this really necessary’? or worth it? and the answer is simply YES!! Not only did this activity let me familiarise myself to my tutorial group, but it also gave me the opportunity to explore Legal London and site see places which I have never visited before, even though I have lived in London my whole life! The activity also gave me my first real insight into doing legal research. Questions about the ‘real’ Law were starting to rise, and it got me thinking about things that I would have never thought of if I simply read the ordinary Law books.

The various landmarks we were required to visit consisted of, Lincolns inn, Carey Street, Law Society, Chancery Lane & Ede & Ravenscroft. My tutorial group and I met up at the Bandstand which was located outside of the main building at City. And then we adventured off together! One of the landmarks we visited was the Law Society in Chancery Lane. I was extremely excited and eager to visit this location. Upon arriving, I was immediately struck by the conspicuous architecture of the building. It truly was an unforgettable site. After doing further research on the Law Society, I came to find out that it was first ever law society which was founded in 1823. It came about when many of London’s Solicitors united in one to raise awareness of the reputation of the profession by setting standards and ensuring practice.

Whilst doing my research about this landmark, I came to find out that by 1922 it was the first ever society to admit women members. Another significant landmark we had explored was Ede & Ravenscroft. Now, you may be thinking ‘A tailors? ’ ‘Why is this significant’? and trust me we were all thinking the same thing. However, after doing some further research I came to find out that this was London’s oldest tailor and robe maker. Furthermore, I came to find out that it was founded in 1689. I believe that lawyers and judges are not only required to exhibit certain qualities such as, patience, intelligence, ethics, courage & integrity and lastly the ability to communicate but are also required to dress in a certain way. It should be a dignified manner, but also in a professional and respectful one. Their image helps build integrity and commands respect from the clients and society.

Additionally, it also provides a unique visual character to their professional image. Ede & Ravenscroft’s quality of work had won them the honor of creating robes for the coronation of their majesties William and Mary and then went on to produce large numbers of ceremonial robes for the coronation of his Majesty King George III. They had soon become the main supplier to the royal family.

Ultimately, I can safely say that overall it was a very exciting and interesting day. It got me more eager and apprehensive to start my Law degree. I believe lawyers are in a unique position to make a difference and promote equality. I can think of few worthier occupations, and I cannot wait to begin this course, so that I might start to learn more about the potential directions in which I could take.