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History graduate William Moore offers an insight into his journey in securing an associate role at Shoosmiths, as well as his area of expertise – data privacy.

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Alasdair Johnston

Associate Alasdair Johnston discusses why he was drawn to working at international law firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP, the rewarding cases he’s worked on and the importance of work experience for aspiring lawyers. Plus, he highlights his time on secondment in Dubai.

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David O'Donovan

David O'Donovan talks about the importance of work experience for training contract applications, his work in the renewable energy sector at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe (UK) LLP and more in this Meet the Lawyer profile.

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Anthea Demetriou

Anthea Demetriou explores how candidates should approach the researching of a law firm properly, the responsible way to use AI for applications and key skills HFW is looking for in candidates.

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Senior early careers recruitment adviser Anna Rutowicz offers application advice, details on Hogan Lovells’ vacation scheme and discusses the firm’s inclusion strategy. Plus, find out why demonstrating commercial awareness is so important in your applications.

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Jasmine Hepple, early talent senior advisor at Taylor Wessing, sets out how the firm runs a vacation scheme and its recruitment timelines, the sort of work involved in the firm’s programmes and how applicants can show themselves off in the best light.

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I have a drink driving conviction – can I still become a solicitor?

Unfortunately, your conviction may affect your plans. Find out more in this article.

Tips for preparing for SQE

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News

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White & Case announces partnership with Legora AI platform

Global law firm White & Case LLP has announced a firm-wide rollout of Legora’s AI platform for legal professionals across its 43 offices in 29 countries. The strategic partnership will see the firm make the most of Legora’s capabilities and solutions to enhance legal workflows and support complex matters across its global practices.

Hogan Lovells to merge with Cadwalader in record breaking transatlantic deal

Hogan Lovells has announced plans to merge with US law firm Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, in what the firms describe as the “largest law firm combination in history”.

Shoosmiths hits Copilot goal early, unlocking extra bonus pot

Law firm Shoosmiths is set to give staff access to an extra £1 million bonus pot four months ahead of schedule, after hitting its annual target for Microsoft Copilot prompts early.

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How to apply for a training contract: a masterclass

If you’re not sure where to start or just looking to fine tune your application form, here’s our four-step training contract application masterclass.

Law firms with Instagrammable offices

We’ve taken it upon ourselves to round up of some of the country’s most impressive buildings and spaces that host law firm offices. It’s not just London that offers the opportunity to work in a fancy workplace.

How law students can get ahead over the holidays

"I’m a second-year law student, how can I get ahead in my search for legal work experience or a training contract/qualifying work experience during the winter break?"

Practice area focus

From capital markets to human rights, learn what it's like to be a lawyer in different areas of law

Clinical negligence

“What we can’t do sadly is turn the clock back, but we can try to secure enough compensation for them to make sure their needs will always be met in the future and that they can flourish post-injury.”

Dispute resolution

“Working in disputes is pretty structured. You have set procedural milestones and deadlines to hit and you’re always working off the back of a tight court-mandated structure."

Capital markets

“I get to work within debt capital markets on what we call ‘new-money transactions’ but I also work alongside our litigation and arbitration colleagues (ie, transactions that have become contentious post-closing).”

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Alternative legal careers

Paralegals

For law graduates not going on to the LPC, SQE or Bar course, a career as a professional paralegal is a real alternative.

The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives

CILEX is one of the three main professional bodies covering the legal profession in England and Wales.

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Brochure Library

Brochure: Burges Salmon LLP

Burges Salmon prides itself on its top-quality work, high-profile clients and cutting-edge training. Find out what you can expect from Burges Salmon’s award winning training programme in this brochure.

Brochure: The University of Law

The University of Law prides itself on top tuition, facilities and door-opening opportunities. Read on to find out more.

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Brochure: Michelmores LLP

When you train at Michelmores LLP, you'll be part of a firm that values being commercial, creative and collaborative to deliver something truly distinctive. Find out about starting your career at this leading full-service law firm in its brochure.

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