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Meet the Lawyer

DWF LLP

Constant exposure to genuine responsibility has been key to Ben Richards’ training experience at DWF. Read on to learn more about the progressive approach to work and training at this modern, forward-thinking law firm.

Features

What do AI and disruptive technologies mean for trainee solicitors?

As disruptive technologies change the legal profession, from the way law firms operate to the tasks that trainee solicitors are expected to perform, we look at what it all means for junior lawyers. 

Meet the Recruiter

Anup Vithlani

Some like it hot, and that's certainly how Trowers & Hamlins' graduate recruitment manager likes his Nando's. Find out more about Anup Vithlani and his taste buds of steel, here.

Information on first steps for becoming a lawyer: Head to the Beginner’s Guide

A job in law to start asap: Check out LCN Jobs

Tips on improving commercial awareness: Read Beth’s advice

Brochure library

Cooley (UK) LLP

Cooley’s slick brochure is packed with detail on what it’s like to train at this innovative, international firm of the future.

The Training Contract & Pupillage Handbook is now available, FREE, from university careers services and  law faculties. Make sure you collect your copy of the preeminent print resource for future lawyers. The Handbook provides in-depth information and advice about how to launch your legal career, features details of over 1,000 potential employers and much more. Don’t miss out on accessing this crucial information!

LCN Says

Mental health and mitigating circumstances

I had my first panic attack recently. Everything was fine until it absolutely wasn’t. Completely out of the blue, my mind went blurry. I suddenly realised I was in a cold sweat. I saw spots. And I couldn’t decide if I was going to faint. Or throw up. Or one then the other. And when I was no longer convinced I was going to die, I was shaking. And embarrassed.

Commercial Question

Real estate trends and changes in 2018

Which social trends and legal changes are influencing the real estate sector this year?

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Blogs

The surprising benefits of taking a gap year

When Malia Obama announced she’d be taking a gap year before her freshman year at Harvard, the world waited in anticipation to learn how she’d spend the 365 days.

Ask the Oracle

Training contract application advice for non-law students

I'm just finishing my final year of a non-law degree and have yet to take the GDL – will recruiters take into consideration that someone like me will not have a textbook understanding of the law, or is the application process for a training contract or vacation scheme harder or different in any way for non-law students?