Niki Bahrehmand

An organization inspired by personal values and commitment to becoming an attorney started as a shared idea between Niki and her best friend, Faith Shafipour, and grew into a mission-driven community designed to expand access, mentorship, and leadership opportunities for students navigating the path to law school.

Niki is a Southern Methodist University alumna, class of 2025. Her journey into the legal field has been shaped not by guaranteed access, but by persistence, curiosity, and a deep belief in equity. As she explored the profession, she recognized that many capable students are not held back by ability, but by a lack of guidance, mentorship, and professional exposure. The legal field can often feel inaccessible without insider knowledge or early direction.

Rather than waiting to create change later in her career, Niki chose to build something alongside her own journey. Women In Law Organization was intentionally designed to provide more than meetings — it offers structured mentorship, leadership opportunities, professional development, and access to legal professionals who understand the realities of the field. At its core, WILO reflects her belief that leadership is rooted in responsibility and service, not titles.

As the organization continues to grow into a rapidly expanding nonprofit community, Niki remains actively involved in mentoring members, shaping its national vision, and creating a nationwide chapter presence beginning in the local North Texas area. Through WILO, she is committed to cultivating confident, ethical, and informed future legal leaders — individuals who will one day strengthen and transform the profession themselves.

The organization was intentionally designed to offer real opportunities: not just meetings, but mentorship, resume-building roles, and exposure to professionals who understand the realities of the legal profession. Niki believes that students should not have to navigate this path alone, nor should access to guidance be limited to a select few.