Niamh Rush
About Niamh Rush
Niamh Rush is a Future Trainee Solicitor currently working as a Fellow at Huzzle Future Leaders and as an Associate Brand Representative at Abercrombie & Fitch Co. She has a diverse background in legal internships and education, having studied law at the London School of Economics and Political Science and engaged in various mentoring and diversity initiatives within the legal field.
Work at Linklaters
Niamh Rush currently holds the position of Future Trainee Solicitor at Linklaters, having started in 2022. She previously participated in the Linklaters Winter Vacation Scheme in 2021, which provided her with practical experience in a leading global law firm. Additionally, she was a Linklaters Making Links Scholar from 2021 to 2022, an initiative aimed at supporting students from diverse backgrounds in their legal careers.
Current Roles and Fellowships
In 2023, Niamh Rush began her role as a Fellow at Huzzle Future Leaders, where she is expected to engage in leadership development for one year. She also works as an Associate Brand Representative at Abercrombie & Fitch Co., a position she has held since 2023. These roles complement her legal aspirations by providing her with diverse professional experiences.
Education and Expertise
Niamh Rush studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), earning a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2020 to 2023. She is currently pursuing a CCP SQE/LLM in Legal Practice at BPP Law School, expected to complete in 2024. Her foundational education includes GCSEs from Ursuline High School, Wimbledon, and A levels in Geography, Maths, and Economics from Ursuline High School & Sixth Form.
Previous Experience in Legal Programs
Niamh Rush has participated in various legal programs to enhance her understanding of the legal profession. In 2021, she attended multiple spring schemes, including those at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, Shearman & Sterling LLP, and Slaughter and May. She also engaged in the HSF Mentoring Scheme, which provided insights into the legal profession and networking opportunities, and was involved with Aspiring Solicitors, focusing on diversity and inclusion.
Mentorship and Community Engagement
Niamh Rush served as a mentor in The Sutton Trust's Pathways to Law program from 2018 to 2022, supporting aspiring law students from underrepresented backgrounds. Her involvement in the Aspiring Solicitors AS Aspire program further emphasizes her commitment to promoting diversity within the legal sector. These roles highlight her dedication to community engagement and mentorship in the legal field.