The Lawyers with Disabilities Division (LDD) is pleased to bring you this afternoon seminar. During the afternoon we will look at CV writing, what a CV should cover, regular mistakes, good and bad examples, interview do's and don'ts, as well as provide general advice and guidance.
Following the main presentations will be 10 minute one-to-one CV reviews with city law firm representatives and a networking reception.
Programme
13:00 - 13:45 Registration
13:45 - 14:00 Introduction
14:00 - 14:45 CV writing
- What a CV should cover;
- Regular mistakes;
- Examples of good and bad CVs.
14:45 - 15:00 Tea/Coffee
15:00 - 15:30 Law Society Library/Practice Advice Service/LawCare/SBA
15:30 - 16:15 Interview do's and don'ts
- Basic questions asked;
- How to answer;
- Good and bad examples;
- How you should not focus on your disability when answering.
16:15 - 19:00 Speed CV reviews and networking
- Each delegate will be given the opportunity of a 10-minute discussion about their CV
Please note the programme may be subject to change
Who should attend?
This event is for law students and those who are about to start or are undertaking the LPC, those seeking training contracts as well as newly qualified solicitors.
Price
This event is free to attend but you must register in advance. If you wish to have your CV reviewed please make sure you bring it with you on the day.
11/09/2015
London
The Law Society, 113 Chancery Lane, London WC2A 1PL
13:45
020 7320 5793