Ross White elected as Chair of the NIYSA

In January 2024 the Northern Ireland Young Solicitors’ Association (“NIYSA”) elected Ross White as their new Chair. Ross a Legal Counsel at Hillsborough based construction company, GRAHAM, succeeded Shannon Gawley following the association’s AGM at Law Society House.

Commenting on his election he said:

“2024 marks the 40th anniversary of the NIYSA and I am looking forward to working with the newly elected committee and our members to make this anniversary year a memorable one. I am committed to representing and advancing the views of young solicitors in this jurisdiction, as well as strengthening our network with our counterparts in the UK, Ireland and our colleagues across Europe and further afield.”

The other Committee Members are:

• Emma Falloon of Kennedys Law (Vice Chair);

• William Wilson (Treasurer) and Shannan Greer, both of Thompson Crooks;

• Katherine Grant and Victoria Kinkaid, both of Carson McDowell;

• Emma Doherty of Tughans;

• Katherine McAuley of Joseph Magee and Co;

• Aisling Creegan of Lacey Solicitors and

• Tony McCann (IPLS Representative) of McCartan Turkington Breen.

Ross White, Chair of the NIYSA

What is the NIYSA?

The Northern Ireland Young Solicitors’ Association (NIYSA) was set up in 1984 by Harry Coll, the then President of the Law Society of Northern Ireland.

Its aims are to: -

• Represent the views of young solicitors in Northern Ireland.

• Promote and advance the interests of young solicitors generally and those of the legal profession.

• Organise activities of an educational and social nature.

• Encourage contact with other young solicitors’ Associations and with other professions.

How can I join NIYSA?

If you are a solicitor who has not reached ten years’ post qualification experience (PQE) then you are eligible to become member of the NIYSA.

How much does it cost to join?

Currently there is no joining fee but we may ask for your financial support at our CPD and social events throughout the year.

Interested in joining & want to know more?

Please email niyoungsolicitors@gmail.com