My name is Ayaz Saboor, and I qualified as a solicitor in 2021.

There was a time when I doubted I would ever reach this milestone, especially at a top international law firm.

Fortunately, I had incredible support from mentors who guided me. Their encouragement inspired me to pay it forward.

Now, I strive to help others enter the legal profession and reduce barriers to entry.

Growing up in Wigan, I attended a state school and helped my dad on weekends.

Despite my humble beginnings, I was determined to become a lawyer. I graduated with a first-class law degree from Bangor University and eventually secured a paralegal role in Cardiff, even as I struggled with self-doubt and rejection.

Balancing work and part-time LPC studies, I faced numerous challenges but persisted. By focusing on my strengths and values, I secured multiple vacation schemes and a training contract.

My journey taught me the importance of confidence and strategic planning, lessons I now share with aspiring lawyers.