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The Oracle

Consult the Oracle and you will find enlightenment..... At LawCareers.Net we often receive queries about the processes and options related to joining the legal profession. Some questions arise again and again, while others are fiendishly obscure. Each week we'll showcase one of your more interesting inquiries and provide an informative answer. So if you have a burning question, send it to us at oracle@lawcareers.net. We may well feature it. And don't worry about appearing foolish - we won't print your name!

Letter Of The Week

Gimme a Break!
I was hoping for a break over the summer but my friend said that I've got to prepare for my training contract applications for next year. What should I be doing?

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Brochure Bonanza
Where can I find more information on firms to get an idea of their culture and style?
Wondering about Work Placements?
I've managed to secure a couple of work placement schemes. How should I prepare? What should I expect?
Good Things Come in Small Packages
I'm focusing on applying to small firms, but I can't find any information about them. Can you help?
Join the Team
A lot of fellow applicants emphasise the importance of sports when applying to firms because it shows team effort. I'm not sporty but I do volunteer for the CAB and Victim Support. Is that enough to demonstrate my team skills?