When I first enrolled onto the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), I knew it’d be a challenging journey. I was working and studying part time, and was determined to do well in an exam that people knew little about.

According to an article in Legal Week, the author of the 2010 report on civil costs reform Lord Justice Jackson has spoken out against the government cuts to legal aid.

I’m interested in a career in criminal law, but I’m not sure how I’d feel defending a client who I knew was guilty of a serious crime such as murder. Should I consider a different area of law?

Today is International Women’s Day, undoubtedly a time to celebrate the achievements and fortitude of women everywhere. However, it is also a time to reflect on women’s place in the world of business and law – for example, the number of female CEOs is still woefully low and female partners in law firms remain underrepresented. And dare we mention gender pay parity – not yet a reality, despite legislation requiring it. Gender politics aside, read on for this collection of interesting business news from the past week.

Demonstrate that you take being green seriously by getting your hands on a copy of this year’s verdant edition of The Training Contract & Pupillage Handbook, enrobed in this year’s most on-trend colour.

This month, I have been researching and reviewing different ways to secure a role in the legal field, particularly during the digital age and the challenges that covid-19 has put before us. In particular, I have delved deeper into the world of recruitment and discovered some eye-opening and invaluable benefits that I want to share with you. Step-by-step, I have summarised the reasons that connecting with a recruiter today can help you get that job tomorrow (figuratively speaking, of course).

We know that it’s less than a week until the big training contract deadline of the year (31 July, in case you weren’t sure) and you’re probably furiously working away on the last few applications. To help, cast your eye over this week’s selection of business news.

ITV has announced the launch of its new legal apprenticeship scheme. The broadcaster has partnered with CILEx Law School and City Law School to deliver the programme, which it says is the first in-house legal apprenticeship to be announced under the government’s Trailblazer scheme. 

What caused the world's financial system to enter the greatest crisis for at least a century?

The term ‘Islamic finance’ refers to a system of banking that is consistent with sharia law.

Is the remote working movement really coming to an end? Some of the biggest firms in the country and the world appear to have answered that question.

Want to become a solicitor but not sure which course is right for you? Your best option depends on your own circumstances. Whatever your background or education, however you want to study, we have the right course for you.

Want to become a solicitor but not sure which course is right for you? Your best option depends on your own circumstances. Whatever your background or education, however you want to study, we have the right course for you.

Want to become a solicitor but not sure which course is right for you? Your best option depends on your own circumstances. Whatever your background or education, however you want to study, we have the right course for you.

What are the legal implications of developments in artificial intelligence (AI)?

In this blog I will look at whether it is possible to litigate social media, with a focus on body image issues.

If sexual harassment doesn’t seem to be a problem in the workplace, then does anything really need to change?

The Solicitor’s Qualifying Exam (SQE) has essentially revolutionised the way you qualify as a solicitor.

What should a business bear in mind when it comes to consumer rights?