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Executive Officers 2009/10
President - John Oakes
Hi, I'm John and I'm studying my third year on the LLB. I was elected last year as President and once again this year. I hope to the do the BVC and end up as barrister at some point although the judiciary is where I'd like to end up. I live in East London although I'm originally from the West Country, and have a keen interest in football. If you see me about in LTS please feel free to ask any questions - although the answer is usually 42!
Vice President - Nick Gova
Hey everybody, I'm Nick Gova and I'm in my second year at Westminster studying on the LLB Commercial Law course. As your Vice President I will do my best to proactively seek your opinions on our education and shall be a link between students and the law school. I would like to think of myself as an approachable person who you could raise any points regarding this course to. So, if there's anything I can help you with please feel free to drop me an email. Other than that I'll hopefully see you all at the Law Society events and around LTS!
Vice President - Joseph Landy
Hey Hey, I am Joseph Landy and I am currently in my third year LLB Law. I hope to graduate with at least a 2:1 and from there I intend to qualify as a solicitor and practice in Medical Negligence cases. I am from Essex and am an avid sports fan, mainly focusing on Rugby, Football, Boxing and UFC. I also enjoy a debate on politics every now and again. If you see me about introduce yourself as I always like meeting new people, if you can’t find me at LTS try the George!
Treasurer - Lauren Atkins
Hi, my name is Lauren and I am currently a third year LLB student. As treasurer, I am in charge of looking after the Society’s finances. My role is to ensure the transparent use of the Society’s funds and to ascertain, with the rest of the officers, that the money is being spent to the full benefit of the members.
Officers and Representatives 2009/10
Careers Officer- Marie-Sandrine Dodo
Dear all, thank you for electing me as your Career Officer for this academic year. My name is Marie-Sandrine Dodo and I am a 2nd year Commercial Law student. I intend to show you my gratitude by putting all my efforts in searching the best for you and dedicate myself to listen to your concerns and help you the best I can. I am a very approachable person so please do not hesitate to come and share your concerns with me either if you see me or by email. Until then I wish you all a successful academic year and a brilliant career
LLB 1st Year (AM Cohort) Representative- Victoria Silsbury
LLB 1st Year (PM Cohort) Representative - Ali Henwood
LLB 2nd Year (AM Cohort) Representative- Musharrot Kobir
Hi everyone, my name is Musharrot and I am currently a 2nd year LLB student. I would like to thank you all for electing me as your Course representative. I am very much aware of the challenges and the difficulties that we students face each day. We have all been disappointed by the lack of support we receive and I believe this is our chance to raise our voice! If you have any queries or concerns, I will be more than welcome deal with them! I look forward in meeting you all.
LLB 2nd Year (PM Cohort) Representative- James Norton
LLB 3rd Year Representative- Belquis Ghaleb
Hi everybody, I’m Belquis and I’m in third year LLB aiming to be a solicitor one day. Some of the many things I’m interested in are travelling, music, fashion, all types of FOOD! Movies, books and yes I am regretfully obsessed with twilight saga. And finally, let’s face it; I’m a shopaholic (as the majority of girls are!). Now down to business, as I am the eyes and ears of all you third years’, I would gladly listen to any concerns you may have as you would give me something to do and talk about in meetings so if you do see me, please don’t hesitate to introduce yourself, I promise I won’t bite. Just remember I’m here to help!
LLB Part Time Representative- Aisha Lysejko
LLB Solicitors Exempting Course Representative- Kolade Jegede
Hi everybody, my name is Kolade Jegede and I will be your course rep for LLB Solicitors Exempting Degree. I will ensure that everybody is represented and all the students at the Solicitors Degree get a say and get the best treatment in terms of social activities and education experiences.Feel free to contact me at anytime on any day. I appreciate your time, and I will make sure that everybody on the course will have the best 4 years of their lives.
LLB Commercial Law Representative- Emmanuel Nyathi
LLB Commercial Law Representative- Monserrath Racines
LPC Full Time Representative- Reina Theresia
LPC Part Time Representative- Valentino Makambo
GDL Representative- Lalita Kauldhar
Hey, I’m Lalita and along with Michael Gooding, I am the full time GDL course representative. I graduated earlier this year from this university (Regent Street building) in Criminal Justice and decided to stay here to continue to pursue a career in Law. Due to the demands of the GDL, I, like many others on the course, am nearly always in LTS. I understand the pressure and concerns that arise while studying and I hope other students will share these concerns so we can do something to create a better environment to study.
GDL Representative- Michael Gooding
ILEX Representative- Jack Mordey
Exchange/International Programme Representative- Danielle De Leeuw
Hi, I’m Danielle and I am currently participating in the Westminster Law Exchange Program and am in my third year of LLB law. My home University is in Sydney, Australia. As Course Representative I am here to answer any issues or concerns students have in relation to their course or the university in general. I realise how hard it can be as an international student and am eager to assist students in any problems they face. I am an approachable person who loves sport, culture and travel and hope to practice in both Australia and the UK once I graduate. Hope to see everyone making the most of London university life and see you at the Law Society social events.