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Welcome to Michaelmas Term 2026
Michaelmas Term 2026Harry MinderidesHistory, New College
Hey everyone!My name is Harry Minderides, and I am a second-year undergraduate History student studying at New College, and it is my pleasure to welcome you to the Oxford Law Society for Michaelmas 2026, whether you are a returning student or a fresher.I have been a committed member of the society for about a year now, starting as a college rep, and then progressing to Events Officer and then Secretary. During this time, I’ve learnt the value that LawSoc brings to students, regardless of degree. Whether you are a law or non-law student, this society absolutely has something for you.Over the summer, the Executive Committee and I have been working hard to build a full-term card, as well as securing sponsorships with both established firm contacts and new ones. This term will be jam-packed with firm presentations, dinners, firm social events, and other opportunities. Some highlights include returning favourites like Cleary Gottlieb’s Wine and Cheese social and HSF Kramer’s Tapas & Sangria. Some new things this term will be our merchandise in collaboration with White & Case, increased engagement with Legal AI companies, some exciting collaborations with the Cambridge Undergraduate Law Society, and our Legal AI Futures Forum on the 20th October, so look out for the term card!We are also delighted to bring the return of our most popular social event, President’s Drinks, being held at the Randolph Hotel on the 7th November, featuring familiar favourites such as the casino tables and photo booth. And naturally, drinks are on us!Whether you are just beginning to consider a career in law or already have a clear idea of where you want to go, we warmly encourage you to get involved, come along to our events, and make the most of everything LawSoc has to offer.Finally, none of what we have planned for Michaelmas would have been possible without the enthusiasm and dedication of our Executive and General Committees, and I am incredibly grateful for all the work that has gone into making this term happen. To our members, both new and returning: we are so excited to welcome you to LawSoc this term and cannot wait to see you at our events. We look forward to sharing what promises to be a fantastic term with you all!
Kind regards,Harry Minderides
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