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Making the switch from your non-law undergraduate degree to becoming a law student is an exciting step in the right direction and probably one you have been planning for a while.

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Matthew Dow

No matter who you are, there are times during your legal career that you may need to ask for help.

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Christianah B

It is important to start thinking about what you want to do once you have completed the BPTC. The reason for this is that the BPTC does not guarantee pupillage but it does provide you with helpful skills that you can put to good use once you have completed the course.

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Alexandra Lima - A student’s guide to networking

Alexandra Lima

Law students are constantly encouraged to network and rightly so. Networking is without a doubt one of the most beneficial skills you can develop as an aspiring solicitor. The obvious benefits include the chance to speak to legal professionals, gain knowledge and advice as well as making valuable connections in the industry from an early age.

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Charis McGowan - What are 'strengths-based interviews' and how can you use them to demonstrate your strengths?

Charis McGowan

Strengths-based interviews are increasingly popular with graduate recruiters for a number of reasons. A strengths-based interview focuses on what you are good at (ie, your strengths) and also what you enjoy doing.

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Amanda Hamilton - Five opportunities for the legal services sector offered by the growth of paralegals

Amanda Hamilton

Anyone working within the legal services sector is perfectly well aware of the increasing number of paralegals operating within it. And these aren’t simply wannabe solicitors. Many of them are individuals who wish to embark on a paralegal career in its own right.

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City law firms: what are the different types?

I want to join a large City firm, but the various categories have got me confused. What are the different types of City firm?

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Will a master’s increase my chance of a training contract?

I'm thinking of doing a master’s – could this help me to stand out when applying for a training contract?

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Apprenticeship or university?

I’m considering starting a legal apprenticeship, but are the career prospects the same as the full-time university route? What are the main differences between an apprenticeship and going to university?