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Stefan Newton, International Economic Law LLM (2020)

“My best advice to future students is to leverage the relationships CCLS has with international law firms and the legal sector in the UK. Attend as many of these events as possible. The networks formed during these events are critical in expanding career opportunities.”

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Stefan Newton

Year of graduation: 2020
Name of programme: International Economic Law
Country: Barbados
Company name: Lex Romulus International Law and Consultancy

What influenced your decision to choose a LLM at Queen Mary?

I dreamed of attending Queen Mary University of London, Centre for Commercial Law Studies because of its leading academics in international economic law. The Centre’s central location in London was another factor that influenced my decision. From the generous funding of the Chevening-Queen Mary Partner Scholarship, I was able to make this dream a reality. 

How did you find the teaching and learning? What were the highlights?

At CCLS the teaching quality is excellent. The classroom was challenging yet stimulating, and my relationship with lecturers was vital in expanding my network. In addition, CCLS partners with a number of international law firms to host lectures. I enjoyed attended the White & Case LLP- Queen Mary International Arbitration Lecture and the Clifford Chance Energy Law Lecture.

Did you combine modules across specialisations and if so, what were the advantages of this?

While enrolled in the International Economic Law LLM, I chose to combine modules from the Energy and Natural Resources Law LLM. The combination was dynamic.Energy considerations frequently arose in investment law disputes. The combination heightened my knowledge of the intersection of energy policy and investment law. The knowledge I gained from the combination has enhanced my career in investment law.

What was your best experience of studying at Queen Mary?

My favourite thing about CCLS was the diversity and inclusivity. I had friends from Africa, Asia, North America and a group of fellow Caribbean students. Such a diverse environment allowed excellent cross fertilisation of ideas. I built enduring international networks during my time at CCLS.

What piece of insight or advice would you offer for future students?

My best advice to future students is to leverage the relationships CCLS has with international law firms and the legal sector in the UK. Attend as many of these events as possible. The networks formed during these events are critical in expanding career opportunities.

Would you be willing to share your Testimonial? If so, you could help a prospective student to make an informed choice to study at Queen Mary. (Class of 2020, 2021 and 2022 only).

 

 

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