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The Rookie Lawyer

The Rookie Lawyer

Hi! I'm Celine, a UCL English undergraduate student on the cusp of completing her degree and embarking on her academic journey into law next year. In this blog, I'll be writing about anything and everything pertaining to my experiences as a legal novice, in the hopes of connecting with others who are in a similar spot. If you're interested in a simplistic starter's approach to the ins and outs of becoming a solicitor - all accompanied by a healthy dose of sarcasm, of course – then this is the space for you. Together, hopefully, we can do three important things: live, laugh, and (of course) law.    

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The pros and cons of working at an international law firm
The Rookie Lawyer
Coming from an international background, I've always thought an international law firm would be the perfect fit - mimicking the culturally diverse contexts in which I grew up. However, when answering the question "Why would you like to work at an international firm?" on an application form, I found it hard to articulate my exact reasons without sounding too generic.
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Private client law: explained
The Rookie Lawyer
After listening to a few podcasts, I've developed an interest in what I've always thought were called ‘personal legal services' - an umbrella term including family, wills and estates and trusts - and started researching firms that provide these services.
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The aspiring solicitor's question bank
The Rookie Lawyer
Part of applying to law firms involves talking to qualified solicitors and trainees - either at open days and events, or by reaching out to them on LinkedIn. As many of my teachers and mentors have advised me, contacting individuals at a firm you want to apply to is a great way to not only get an insight into the firm and their culture, but also gain a better understanding of how to tailor your application.
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An aspiring solicitor's guide to property law
The Rookie Lawyer
To the surprise of myself and everyone around me (including my professor!), I've really enjoyed my land law module so far this term. The structure and organisation of the module itself, coupled with the range of clients we get to work with in our problem questions – from residents with personal or familial issues, to businesses selling commercial properties – showcased just how varied this area of law can be.
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Economics: an (absolute) beginner's guide
The Rookie Lawyer
I've been looking into some key economic concepts to provide myself with a springboard, off which I can then launch greater legal understanding. So, if, like me, you're an aspiring solicitor with little to no understanding of economics, I present to you: economics: an (absolute) beginner's guide.
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A guide to corporate negotiation
The Rookie Lawyer
At an open day I attended last year, I partook in my first corporate negotiation workshop. Having only just begun my law conversion course at the time, the encounter was entirely unfamiliar to me. I was surprised at how quickly my peers seemed to be taking to the task − and a bit embarrassed at how little I knew by comparison!
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Comparing corporate and commercial law
The Rookie Lawyer
In this article, I'll be examining the business within law firms. More specifically, two practice areas whose names are commonly interchanged with business: the areas of corporate and commercial law.
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Putting the 'firm' in law firm: the business behind law firms
The Rookie Lawyer
For those of us who want to work in a law firm, understanding the law is only half the battle. To truly excel at what you do, you need to understand the commercial world and business side of law firms.
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A former literature student's guide to legal analysis
The Rookie Lawyer
Coming from an English Literature background, I thought writing analytical essays would come easily and naturally to me – after all, it's what I spent the last three years of my life doing. But, as my mock exams have showcased, the distinction between legal analysis and literary analysis is far more stark than I originally assumed. To remedy this, I've decided to go back to the basics – and, in this article, I'll be bringing you with me.
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