As we head into the autumn term, one of the best things you can do to prepare for the incoming milkround season is to get into good habits when it comes to commercial awareness. Reading our weekly summaries of the latest business news stories is an efficient way to keep up with the commercial world.

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LawCareers.Net’s recent early career lawyer diversity survey has found that 76% of aspiring or junior lawyers agree or strongly agree that law firms often contain ‘old boys’ clubs’, while nearly 70% believe firms aren’t doing enough to promote diversity and inclusion in the legal profession. 

Sixth-form students and undergraduates with an interest in a career at the Bar are invited to attend the Middle Temple open day on Saturday 14 March.

BPTC students from the University of Law have been involved in a series of mock trials at the crown court.

BPP Law School has confirmed that its Birmingham centre will now offer the Bar Professional Training Course.

Aspiring lawyers will still need to study core law modules despite the rapid rise of AI, the Master of the Rolls has argued, despite the growing reliance on AI in completing routine legal research.

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.