Meet Our CEO
Gift Olanipekun is the visionary founder behind GO Legally Gifted (GLG), a platform dedicated to reshaping legal development for students and aspiring professionals worldwide. With a passion for accessibility and empowerment in the legal field, Gift launched GLG on January 10th, 2025, to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world legal practice. Her commitment to equity in education and professional development is reflected in GLG’s mission to provide tools, support, and global opportunities to law students from all walks of life. Gift’s leadership continues to inspire a new generation of legal minds striving to make a meaningful impact.
About GLG
GO Legally Gifted (GLG) is a global platform supporting law students and aspiring legal professionals. We bridge the gap between legal education and real-world practice through mentorship, career development, and practical opportunities.
We believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity isn’t. That’s why we’re building an inclusive community that empowers underrepresented voices and prepares future legal professionals to thrive.
Who Is GLG For?
GLG is designed for:
1. High school, college, and university students exploring a career in law
2. Recent graduates navigating the transition from education to legal practice
3. First-generation and minority students lacking access to traditional legal networks
4. Aspiring professionals who believe that law should be accessible, inclusive, and transformative
Whether you're just beginning to consider a legal career or actively applying for pupillage or training contracts, GLG provides tools, community, and support every step of the way.
What Makes GLG Different?
We don’t just talk about legal access, we create it. Our platform is built on the belief that legal opportunity should not be limited by geography, background, or privilege. What sets us apart:
1. Global reach: We connect students from across jurisdictions
2. Practical support: From mentorship and CV reviews to interview preparation
3. Inclusive spaces: We hold events that centre the experiences of first-gen, BAME, and underrepresented students
4. Peer-driven model: Much of our work is created by aspiring lawyers, for aspiring lawyers
What Does GLG Offer?
We run a variety of programs and initiatives, including:
1. Mentorship programs (like Legal Ladder) for students at different stages
2. Interactive events on advocacy, public speaking, alternative legal careers, and more
3. Career development sessions including mock interviews, application clinics, and skills workshops
4. Community events that focus on leadership, ethics, faith in law, and diversity
5. Legal innovation opportunities, including pitch events and content creation
All of our programming is designed to build confidence, competence, and community in legal spaces.
Why Does GLG Exist?
Because too many talented individuals are excluded from the legal profession due to lack of access, awareness, or opportunity. GLG exists to challenge that. Our mission is to:
1. Level the playing field in legal education and recruitment
2. Equip future lawyers with practical tools and knowledge
3. Celebrate diverse voices and empower them to lead
4. Build a community that supports each other, grows together, and makes the legal field more equitable
How Can I Join?
We’d love to hear from you! To express interest or learn more about any of the roles above:
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Support Our Mission
Are you passionate about driving diversity, inclusion, and access in the legal profession? Join us in empowering the next generation of aspiring lawyers. There are many ways to get involved:
1. Host us – Invite us to speak, present, or run sessions at your school, organisation, or firm.
2. Collaborate with our mentors – Share your expertise through panels, webinars, or 1:1 mentoring.
3. Donate resources – Contribute legal materials, tools, or funding to help students thrive.
4. Partner with us – Collaborate on events, programs, or initiatives that align with your values.
5. Sponsor us – Support our mentorship programs, workshops, or student resources.
6. Donate resources – Contribute legal materials, tools, or funding to help students thrive.
If you’re interested in working with us, send us a message at golegallygifted@gmail.com we’d love to hear from you!
Ready to start your legal journey?
Contact us today to learn more about our personalized mentorship and career guidance programs.