Hannah Daly is a junior barrister at 4 New Square. In this profile, she discusses the importance of mini-pupillages and her work in civil fraud, international arbitration and professional negligence. 

A new social impact start-up, 30 Minute Chat, aims to break down barriers for aspiring lawyers trying to get into the legal profession by connecting students and paralegals with high-profile lawyers for one-off 30-minute chats.

Law students and aspiring lawyers' life paths can easily become overcomplicated throughout the year, as you tackle applications and exams (among other things). It's important for individuals dealing with such workloads to slow down and take stock to stay confident, motivated and avoid burnout. 

How will new-wave technology change the way that lawyers work?

What are the unique legal considerations surrounding the growing popularity of NFTs?

The UK has a housing problem, but in an exciting attempt to aid aspiring first-time buyers in securing their place on the property ladder, Skipton Building Society announced the UK’s first 100% mortgage since the 2008 financial crash.

Is continuing financial support for 'zombie' companies good or bad for the economy?

Anna is a first-year trainee in Shoosmiths’ London office. She is currently sitting in the real estate department after having completed her first seat in tax.

Supreme Court Justice Lord Sumption has claimed that the profession's best lawyers did not study law at university.

I’m a non-law student qualifying via the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) – do I still need to do a law conversion course?

Not having a law degree isn’t a barrier to becoming a lawyer – in fact, the legal profession is full of non-law graduates, and the skills and experiences gained studying and working in other fields can be used to your advantage.

The complexities and challenges associated with decommissioning offshore oil and gas assets have dampened M&A activity in the past, but change is coming – so what form will it take?

Should Northern Ireland emulate the security of tenure stance of England and Wales?

Becky McLaren, early careers recruitment advisor at Norton Rose Fulbright, explains how you can stand out in your applications, the firm’s recruitment process and what to expect from its assessment centres in this Meet the Recruiter interview. 

Norton Rose Fulbright has announced its partnership with the Financial and Legal Skills Partnership through the 'Get In Get On' initiative.

One of the world's biggest mergers went live on 3 June, with UK-based Norton Rose joining with Houston's Fulbright & Jaworski LLP.

Market led mechanisms versus statutory controls - how have tenants been getting more choice and flexibility in commercial lease terms?

The Legal Advice Centre at Nottingham Law School, dubbed a ‘teaching law firm’, has recovered over £3 million in benefits and compensation for its clients in five years.

A recent survey has revealed that 29% of legal aid practitioners and 38% of criminal practitioners are uncertain about whether to renew their practising certificate in 2021.