Amal Clooney’s heart swelled with pride this past week as her niece, Mia Hamiyeh, mirrored her illustrious career path by officially becoming a lawyer. The Clooney family celebrated this momentous achievement with much joy and admiration.

Mia, at just 23 years old, is the daughter of Amal’s sister, Tala Alamuddin, and businessman Nagi Hamiyeh. She graduated with distinction from BPP Law School in London, marking a significant milestone in her budding legal career.

Tala, a fashion designer, couldn’t contain her excitement and shared the joyous occasion with her followers on Instagram. The posted photos captured Mia glowing with happiness, donning her cap and gown during the graduation ceremony at the historic Methodist Central Hall in Westminster. Family and friends surrounded her, celebrating her accomplishment.

In one heartfelt post, Tala expressed her emotions, writing, ‘My heart is full. My girl is a lawyer ❤️.’ In another, she simply stated, ‘Couldn’t be prouder,’ encapsulating the pride and love for her daughter.

Remarkably resembling her famous aunt, Mia’s dark brown eyes, sculpted cheekbones, and flowing brunette hair made her the picture of elegance. She radiated confidence as she accepted her degree, shaking hands with university officials. Outside the venue, she posed in a stylish black tweed suit, capturing the attention and admiration of all present.

A source close to the family said: ‘Amal is so proud of Mia. She’s watched her grow up to become a poised, intelligent young woman and is thrilled to see her following her passion. 

Amal Clooney bursts with pride as lookalike niece Mia, 23, (pictured) followed in her footsteps and graduated from London’s BPP Law School with a distinction on Tuesday.

Amal, pictured in the European Court of Human Rights in 2015, who bares a striking resemblance to her niece 

Mia is the daughter of Amal’s sister Tala Alamuddin and businessman Nagi Hamiyeh

‘Mia has always been inspired by Amal because of the work she’s done for justice and women’s rights around the world.’

British international human rights lawyer Amal, 47, who married Hollywood star George Clooney, 64 – the father of her two children – in 2014, shares a very close bond with her niece.

Mia was a flower girl at their star-studded Venice wedding, helping her aunt with the train of her dazzling Oscar de la Renta gown.

Last summer, she interned at the Clooney Foundation for Justice, the organisation founded by Amal and George to advocate for victims of human rights abuses around the world.

Before qualifying as a solicitor at BPP Law School this week, Mia earned a law degree from SOAS University of London in 2023.

Her impressive CV already includes stints as a Junior Fellow at King’s College London’s Centre for International Governance and Dispute Resolution, a research assistant at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, and a legal intern for the United Nations’ Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). 

Mia is one of four children shared by Tala and her ex-husband, Nagi Hamiyeh. She has twin brothers, Jad and Sari, and another brother whose name has not been made public.

Her mother Tala, who is based between Singapore and London, runs the colourful fashion label Totally Tala, known for its statement accessories and sustainable production ethos.

Tala Alamuddin, the sister of Amal Clooney and daughter of Mia Hamiyeh, pictured this month at the premiere of her brother-in-law George’s new movie

Proving she’s every inch as glamorous as her stunning aunty, Mia paused to top up her make-up on graduation day

Last summer, she interned at the Clooney Foundation for Justice, the organisation founded by Amal and George to advocate for victims of human rights abuses around the world 

Her family captured the moment she took to the stage to graduate

Amal, (pictured with husband George Clooney), has become one of the world’s most respected human rights lawyers, representing high-profile clients including Nobel laureate Maria Ressa, former Ukrainian prime minister Yulia Tymoshenko, and journalists detained in Egypt and Myanmar

The designer is also extremely close to her younger sister Amal, often attending family events and supporting her high-profile philanthropic work. She and Mia were at the Albie Awards in London last week, hosted by Amal and George.

Named after South African anti-apartheid hero Albie Sachs, The Albies were created by the Clooneys through their foundation to shine a protective spotlight on brave individuals and groups working for justice worldwide.

This year’s fourth annual event – held for the first time in London, at the Natural History Museum – drew a dazzling crowd that included Meryl Streep, Emma Thompson, Meg Ryan, Jacinda Ardern, Donatella Versace, Felicity Jones and John Legend, who performed on the night.

Mia was spotted among the glittering guests, including her grandmother – Amal and Tal’s mother – journalist Baria Alamuddin, wearing a strapless black gown as she supported her aunt and uncle’s cause.

Amal pictured after successfully passing the bar

Mia was also at the glamorous London premiere last week of her uncle George’s new film, Jay Kelly, alongside her mother and brothers.

Amal has become one of the world’s most respected human rights lawyers, representing high-profile clients including Nobel laureate Maria Ressa, former Ukrainian prime minister Yulia Tymoshenko, and journalists detained in Egypt and Myanmar.

She is a barrister at Doughty Street Chambers in London and has served as a Special Adviser to the International Criminal Court’s Prosecutor.

In recent years, she has spearheaded global campaigns against war crimes and sexual violence, all while raising eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander with husband George from their homes in Berkshire and Lake Como.