I wouldn't call myself an expert at law firm applications by any means. If anything, I'd say I'm quite the opposite! Of all my non-law friends, I'm probably the newest to the process, having only just attempted it for the first time last December.

Is it true that the most valuable asset of many businesses is their brand? If so, how are such brands protected?

This year’s edition of The Training Contract & Pupillage Handbook is now available. This much-respected resource is the first place you should turn to for help and should be your guide as you search for the legal career that is right for you.

What is the impact of geopolitical events on commodity markets and how do commodity traders manage the impact of geopolitical events?

While AI has been a nebulous topic for decades, especially in the last 12 months, there’s been enormous growth in “generative AI”.

By using AI, am I breaching client confidentiality?

What are the gender pay gap reporting requirements and what will they mean for employers?

Nearly 80% of UK employers have a gender pay gap that favours men in 2022-2023.  

What beliefs are covered under the Equality Act 2010 and how does the Forstater case impact employers?

The GDL is an intense course and can seem like a really intimidating challenge. In this video I’ll be sharing how I prepared for it the summer before and ways for you to make sure you hit the ground running when you start!

A gay couple that was refused a double room in a hotel in Cornwall has been awarded compensation by a Bristol county court judge in a discrimination claim under the Equality Act (Sexual Orientation) Regulations 2007.

Abi Pawlett discusses her journey into law, including how she made use of her non-legal experience in applications. Plus, she shares how changes in legislation are impacting her day-to-day work in employment law. 

Will Gary Neville’s recent decision to allow squatters to remain in occupation of his property mark a shift in attitudes toward squatters and what are the risks involved?

Why is the unionisation of the gaming workforce in the UK so important to businesses?

What are the legal issues surrounding the battle between Apple and Epic Games over Fortnite?

Is the removal of gambling companies from front-of-shirt sponsorship in the Premier League creating a void or sparking opportunity?

Many of you may have had a similar experience when it comes to the application process – sending application after application with no response. Training contracts, pupillages, paralegal or clerk work for far too many of us seem to be going the way of the dodo.

The law is stepping up its game when it comes to diversity and we’re starting to see a real push to make things more inclusive these days, which is pretty exciting to see. There are more and more initiatives aimed directly at underrepresented groups. It’s all about creating opportunities and making sure that everyone, no matter their background, has a fair shot at success. A few standout examples of this shift include scholarships, charities, open days and broader diversity access schemes.

What’s a sustainability-linked loan and how does this impact on borrowers and lenders?  

What will be the impact of the new proposed data protection regulation?