PRESIDENT

I am half-Māori and half-Malaysian Chinese law graduate from the University of Canterbury. I am a paralegal at Wotton Kearney, due to be admitted in June 2025. As President of the New Zealand Law Students’ Association (NZLSA), an organisation that advocates and supports 9,000+ law students across all six New Zealand universities. I am responsible for chairing the NZLSA Council which includes all six Law Student Society (LSS) Presidents, maintaining relationships with our various sponsors and stakeholders, liaising with NZLSA’s Patron Glazebrook J, facilitating communication with all six Law School Deans who are collectively NZLSA’s Vice Patrons, and assisting in the organisation of the annual NZLSA Conference and participation at the Australian Law Students’ Association (ALSA) Conference.

president.nzlsa@gmail.com

ADMINISTRATIVE VICE PRESIDENT

Kia ora!

My name is Emily and I am super excited to be the Administrative Vice-President of NZLSA this year! As I’m sure you can guess, my role involves a lot of administrative tasks such as helping organise council meetings, minute keeping, and internal communication.

I am a proud Southlander, and was raised on a sheep farm! After completing my LLB/BA at the University of Otago I am back in the Deep South and working for a small and well established law firm.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my dog, going on walks (with my dog of course!) cooking and baking and being in the great out doors.

avp.nzlsa@gmail.com

TREASURER

Kia ora! I'm Marcus, your NZLSA Treasurer for 2025! I manage NZLSA’s finances, oversee funding, and make sure everything runs smoothly financially. Essentially, I keep the financial gears turning so we can continue to host incredible events. 

Outside of work and study, you’ll find me spending time with friends and family, drinking (too much) coffee, reading a great book, or exploring Aotearoa's backyard. If you have any questions, flick me an email. I promise I won't invoice you!

treasurer.nzlsa@gmail.com

COMPETITION VICE PRESIDENT

My name is Lucy Vellenoweth and I am super excited to be the Competitions VP for 2025! In this role, I will be liaising with our key sponsors and organising the competitions.  

I am born and bred in the "tron" and currently in my 5th year of study at the University of Waikato. In my spare time I am an avid sports goer, particularly in hockey and triathlon. I am looking forward to a successful year for NZLSA! 

cvp.nzlsa@gmail.com

EDUCATION VICE PRESIDENT

Kia ora! - I’m Angelica and am privileged to be your NZLSA Education Vice President this year. Under this role, I represent you, our New Zealand law students, in all educational and wellbeing matters. Currently, among other things, this looks like creating educational resources, working with your education and welfare officers regarding any support they may need and producing the annual Education and Wellbeing survey. 

Outside of this role, I love spending time with my friends and family, reading manga, and spending time in the garden! Please feel free to reach out if you have any thoughts, queries, or concerns as I would be happy to help :)

evp.nzlsa@gmail.com

MARKETING VICE PRESIDENT

Kia ora, my name is Liam and I am in my fifth year studying an LLB(Hons) and BA in politics and economics at the University of Otago.

I have specific interests in public and international law, and in my spare time enjoy film photography and watching movies. I am excited to bring my experience on several other executives to the role of Marketing Vice President of NZLSA in 2025!

mvp.nzlsa@gmail.com

COUNCIL OF LEGAL EDUCATION REPRESENTATIVE

Kia ora koutou my name is Meghan Grant and I am one of NZLSA’s Council of Legal Education Representatives. Rita and I are the two student and young professional representatives that sit on the Council which regulates our universities and professional legal studies providers. Outside of NZLSA, I’m a solicitor in Russell McVeagh’s Wellington Litigation Team. We’ve been around for a while (don’t ask us how many years) but we are very excited to support the mahi of NZLSA once again in our final year of service.

cle.nzlsa@gmail.com

COUNCIL OF LEGAL EDUCATION REPRESENTATIVE

Kia ora koutou my name is Rita Shasha and I am one of NZLSA’s Council of Legal Education Representatives. Meghan and I are the two student and young professional representatives that sit on the Council which regulates our universities and professional legal studies providers. Outside of NZLSA, I’m an employed barrister at Bankside Chambers. We’ve been around for a while (don’t ask us how many years) but we are very excited to support the mahi of NZLSA once again in our final year of service.

cle.nzlsa@gmail.com

CONFERENCE CONVENOR

Kia ora my name is Maha, I am in my final year studying LLB(Hons)/BGlobalSt at the University of Auckland. Having previously served in the Auckland University Law Students’ Society in 2023 and 2024, I’m excited to be a part of NZLSA at an ex-officio capacity as Conference Convener, pulling together the New Zealand Law Student’s Association Conference in 2025.

In my free time, I like to run and drink coffee with friends and volunteer as the Advocacy & Intersectionality Officer for UoA Women in Law.

convener.nzlsa@gmail.com

AULSS PRESIDENT

Kia Ora! My name is Apurva (she/her) and I am the President of the 2025 Auckland University Law Students' Society. I study a Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts conjoint majoring in Psychology and Politics & International Relations.

I am looking forward to channelling the mana and vision of my executive to ensure we have a smooth sailing year planning all of our educational, social, career-oriented and sports events! In 2025, AULSS are planning to continue the momentum by organising our popular events such as our cocktail night, law camp, quiz nights, recruitment panels, educational workshops and most awaited Law ball! Fostering a community that supports one another is of utmost importance to me in an often competitive environment.

I look forward to collaborating with our fellow Law Student Society's as well, and am very excited to see what's acheived this year. Feel free to get in touch if you ever have any queries about AULSS!

president.aulss@gmail.com

AUTLSS PRESIDENT

Kia ora koutou, I’m Bailey and I’m honoured to be the AUTLSS President for 2025. My role is to ensure our society can run a wide variety of events and initiatives that help the students we serve to thrive. Our focus for this year is to continue to enhance the AUT Law School community through engaging social, educational, and wellbeing events, as well as the ever exciting legal skills competitions.

president.autlss@gmail.com

WULSA PRESIDENT

Kia ora, I'm Cullen the 2025 President of WULSA! I'm in my fifth (and hopefully final!) year of my conjoint Law and Science degree. The highlight of my first four years at law school has been the competitions and events run by WULSA and other groups.  After entering just about every competition I could, I thought it was about time I lent a hand organising the events to ensure future students have all the opportunities I have had so far!

wulsapresident@gmail.com

VUWLSS PRESIDENT

Kia ora koutou! My name is Helena – LLB(Hons)/BA (Political Science & History), and I’m excited to be on the NZLSA Council in my capacity as President of VUWLSS. My role is to represent the Te Herenga Waka | Victoria University of Wellington law student community on NZLSA.

I grew up in Karori, Wellington before spending my high school years in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. I returned to Pōneke for university in 2021. I’ve loved getting involved with NZLSA and the LSS scene and I’m looking forward to a productive year alongside the Council.

vuwlss@gmail.com

LAWSOC PRESIDENT

Kia ora! I am Sophie B. Lumb, and I am honoured to serve as LAWSOC President for 2025.
My role is to ensure law students have the best experience possible at UC. This includes connecting them with firms for valuable networking and supporting them academically and socially through various events. I oversee all 60 LAWSOC events run by our 18 executive members and meet monthly with faculty and other societies to advocate for students. If you ever have an issue, do not hesitate to reach out.
One of my main goals is to ensure that every event LAWSOC runs is purposeful for all stakeholders and meets students' needs effectively.
When I am not buried in readings or LAWSOC work, I teach ballet or coach strength and conditioning classes. And when it all gets too much, I just remember: Live Laugh LAWSOC.

president.lawsoc@gmail.com

SOULS PRESIDENT

Kia ora! I'm Germain, and I'm honoured to serve as president of SOULS for 2025. We’re here to make law school more rewarding by building a supportive and engaging whānau for Otago law students. We provide a range of opportunities, whether through competitions, social events, welfare initiatives, or sports, to help our tauira feel supported and connected. This year, my vision is to broaden engagement across the law school and strengthen our relationships with other rōpū on campus. Most importantly, I want SOULS to be a strong and supportive voice for our students. I’m excited to see what we can achieve together this year!

president.soulsotago@gmail.com