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Students who achieved the highest marks in the Jersey Law Course examinations in 2018 have been celebrated during the Law Society's annual prizegiving ceremony.
15 new advocates and solicitors were sworn in during 2018 after completing their studies through the Institute of Law.
Advocate John Kelleher, President of The Law Society of Jersey, said: “The route to qualifying as a Jersey Advocate or Solicitor requires a considerable level of study and dedication and to achieve success is a great achievement."
He went on to say that the celebration was the perfect occasion to reflect on the "effective collaboration between Jersey’s legal profession and the Institute of Law."
Pictured: Ellie Oury with the Deputy Bailiff, Tim Le Cocq.
He said: "15 new Advocates and Solicitors were sworn in during 2018, having successfully completed their studies through the Institute of Law. Student numbers on the Jersey Law Course remain at relatively high levels which augurs well for the future generation of lawyers who will serve the increasing legal needs of our Island.”
The prizes were presented by the Deputy Bailiff, Tim Le Cocq, in his capacity as President of the Board of Examiners.
The 2018 prizewinners were:
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