Orla Hughes
About Orla Hughes
Orla Hughes is a Future Trainee Solicitor with extensive experience in various legal and academic roles. She currently works as a Social Media Manager at The Corporate Law Academy and serves as a Forum Facilitator for the Washington Ireland Program.
Work at Linklaters
Orla Hughes currently holds the position of Future Trainee Solicitor at Linklaters, a role she has been in since 2021. Prior to this, she participated in the Summer Vacation Scheme at Linklaters for one month in 2021. Additionally, she served as a Brand Ambassador for the firm from 2020 to 2021. Her experiences at Linklaters have contributed to her professional development in the legal field.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Orla Hughes is actively involved in several roles. She has been the Social Media Manager at The Corporate Law Academy since 2021. Concurrently, she serves as a Forum Facilitator for the Washington Ireland Program, a position she has held since 2021. Additionally, she is the Careers & Academics Officer at DU Law Society, also starting in 2021. These roles reflect her commitment to legal education and community engagement.
Education and Expertise
Orla Hughes studied Law at Trinity College Dublin, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 2018 to 2022. Prior to this, she attended Lumen Christi College, achieving A-Level grades of A* A* A and GCSE grades of 10A* and 1A. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal career.
Previous Experience
Before her current roles, Orla Hughes gained diverse experience in various positions. She worked as a Junior Editor at The Dublin University Journal of Criminology from 2020 to 2021. She also held the position of Public Relations Officer at DU Law Society for one year. Additionally, she was a Business Consulting Intern at EY for one month in 2020 and served as an Events Co-Ordinator for Trinity Women in Law from 2019 to 2020.
Achievements
Orla Hughes was recognized with the Trinity Employability Award Overall in 2020. This award highlights her dedication and contributions to her academic and professional pursuits. Her involvement in various organizations and roles showcases her commitment to enhancing her skills and supporting her peers in the legal field.