There are numerous roads to law school, and no one-size fits all path to a successful legal career. Follow along with our series highlighting BC Law students and how they got here!
Previous entries: Sara Womble (Winston Salem, NC); Elias Massion (Nashville, TN); Samina Gagné (London);Alvin Synarong (Murfreesboro, Tennessee); Ruchita Jain (Edina, Minnesota); Nicole Bauer (Michigan);Carlos Robles-Cruz (Puerto Rico); Taha Din (Naperville, IL); Timothy St. Pierre (Brunswick, Maine); Tobias Wilcken Jørgensen LLM ’25 (Denmark); Leena Assad (Dracut, MA).
Name: Joshua Williams
Hometown: Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands
Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in marketing from Saint Leo University in 2020; master’s degree in management from Harvard University in 2022
What did you do before law school?
I was first introduced to legal practice while at a local law firm in the Turks and Caicos during college. Here, I developed an interest in the law and how it intersects with business. After graduating college, I wanted to gain life experience before settling into a long-term career, so I moved to New York City. In New York, I worked in Executive Risk Management, where I handled Directors and Officers insurance claims. In this role, I was exposed to high-profile corporate matters and worked closely with former attorneys from top law firms.
Why did you decide to go to law school? And why BC Law?
My experiences working alongside legal professionals in both the Turks and Caicos and New York City solidified my interest in pursuing a legal career. Through those roles, I saw firsthand how law shapes business decisions and public policy and became particularly drawn to corporate work. At the same time, I also knew I wanted to use my career to help others.
When I was accepted to BC Law, I was thrilled and immediately celebrated with my family and friends. Still, having built a life in New York, I considered staying or exploring other options. Around that time, I was invited to a BC Law alumni event in the city. Although I was hesitant to attend, I decided to go. That evening changed everything.
From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the energy in the room. Alumni, students, and staff members were genuinely excited to connect. BC Law administrators welcomed me warmly and introduced me to alumni who spoke candidly about their careers and experiences. As the night went on, I met fellow admitted students and dozens of graduates with diverse backgrounds and practice areas. In speaking with alumni, one theme consistently emerged: many described their time at BC Law as the best three years of their lives. They spoke about the strong sense of community, lifelong friendships, and the support they felt both during law school and long after graduating.
What stood out most was how eager everyone was to support me. People freely shared their contact information with me and encouraged me to reach out anytime. I left the event feeling at home even though I hadn’t even put in my deposit yet!
The following week, I followed up with many of the people I had met, and almost immediately, doors began opening. Within days, I found myself meeting with a department head at a major global law firm, who generously offered guidance and even brought along a BC Law summer associate to share advice on how to succeed at BC Law. I remember wondering how she could make time for me with all of the work she was engrossed with. This alum has maintained regular contact with me, and now serves as a great mentor and one of my biggest supporters.
These experiences made it clear that BC Law was a place where I could thrive. So, I committed.
How have your past experiences informed my law school experience and future career interests?
Growing up, I watched close family members struggle without adequate representation in matters such as healthcare and employee rights. As I spoke with others in the greater community, I realized these experiences were widespread. Many people had either faced similar challenges themselves or knew someone who had. Seeing how easily individuals could be overlooked or taken advantage of ignited a desire in me to help address these injustices. I became determined to pursue an education that would allow me to advocate for others in similar situations.
These experiences have shaped me into a more compassionate and empathetic law student, and have underscored the importance of knowledge as a tool for change. I strongly believe in the power of understanding one’s rights and having the ability to stand up for what is fair, especially for those who may lack the resources to do so on their own.
While I am deeply interested in corporate law and the strategic work it involves, I am equally committed to uplifting and supporting others. I find great fulfillment in sharing knowledge and helping people access opportunities they might not otherwise have. I hope to carry these passions with me throughout my career.
Sangeeta Kishore is a third-year student at BC Law and president of the Impact blog. Contact her at kishorsa@bc.edu.
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