Ling Shin Ying graduated from Cardiff University in 2020 with an LL.B (Hons), class two, division one (2:1) and completed the Bar Training Course (Middle Temple) as well as LLM in 2021 from the same university.

During her degree days, she joined a pro bono scheme that was organized by Cardiff University and Hugh James, one of the biggest law firms in Cardiff.

She was an active student who participated various activities in her school days, such as being a guest speaker for school career week (2021), interviewer for The Times (2020) and mentor in Sunway A-Levels Student Council (2016). She was also active in volunteering work and was an AIESEC global volunteer.

She was called to the Malaysian Bar and admitted to the roll of Advocates and Solicitors on 24 February 2023. She is currently part of the Senior Partner’s Office.