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Qualifying as a solicitor in Ireland

How to qualify as a solicitor in Ireland

Are you looking to qualify as a solicitor in Ireland? This guide outlines the steps you need to take

Researching training programmes at law firms in Ireland

"I want to qualify as a solicitor in Ireland, which law firms should I target?"

Quinn Emanuel raises London NQ pay to £189,000 amid intensifying salary competition

Law firm Quinn Emanuel has increased salaries for its most junior lawyers in London to £189,000, following a 5% pay rise for the 2026 financial year. Effective from 1 July 2026, the firm’s London office is said to align with pay increases at its US counterparts, according to City AM.

Ireland’s legal profession expands but future talent supply shows early strain

Data from the 2025 Annual Report on Admission Policies of Legal Professions has revealed that demand for legal services in Ireland continues to grow, with the legal sector contributing €6.7 billion to Ireland’s economy, while also pointing to emerging pressures on training and regional provision.

Dentons announce 76% retention rate

Global law firm Dentons has announced its latest retention rate of 76%, with 28 out of 37 trainees staying on across its UK, Ireland and Middle East offices.

Matheson signs landmark renewable energy deal to power offices for 15 years

Irish law firm Matheson LLP has signed an agreement with energy company Flogas to power its Irish offices with renewable energy, as it aims to reduce its carbon footprint.

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How to handle scenario-based questions at training contract interviews

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How should I ask for application feedback?

"How should I ask for feedback after a vacation scheme or training contract interview?"

Using AI in law firm applications

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Meet the Lawyer

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Meet the Lawyer

Isabella Lewis (she/her) is a senior associate who works in debt finance at A&O Shearman. In this profile, Isabella discusses her area of focus, trade and commodities finance, how extensive research led her to decide on a career in law and the importance of business development.

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Kiran Sidhu’s varied experience at university and beyond led her to data protection and privacy work. As an associate at Bristows LLP, Kiran outlines her role in this area of law, the skills and strengths required to be successful and more in this Meet the Lawyer profile.

Meet the Lawyer

Corporate partner Jayne McGlynn shares the early-career lesson that shaped her leadership style – owning mistakes – and how thinking like a partner long before promotion accelerated her journey. She lifts the lid on how tech is transforming M&A work and highlights the strategic, direct and curious mindset needed to thrive at partnership level.

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Commercial awareness advice

The ultimate guide to commercial awareness

Commercial awareness is one of the key skills that law firms look for in future trainees so taking the time to build yours is essential to becoming a lawyer.

Ellie Nicholl - Wrestle with PESTLE: what is it?

Across 2025 and 2026, we’re set to continue to help you crack down on your commercial awareness. Welcome to LawCareers.Net’s Wrestle with PESTLE series, where we use the PESTLE technique to analyse various business case studies. This article offers an introduction to the technique and outlines how you can use it to pull apart commercial issues you may need to explore in exams, interviews and beyond.

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