In this masterclass, we cover the places you can get crucial information, the differences between different types of law firm, the importance of networking and meeting firm representatives, how to get the most out of networking opportunities and how to best prepare for the busy autumn term.

South West London Law Centres is an independent registered charity, giving individuals and communities free legal advice and support on issues related to money and debt management, employment, housing, and immigration and asylum.

Three firms are now taking applications for training contracts and vacation schemes through the Apply4Law online application system, while a fourth – Kingsley Napley – has opened applications for training contracts only.

Meet Shehnal Amin, associate at Farrer & Co. She discusses why she was attracted to a career in law, how she chose to apply to Farrers, the extra-curricular activities on offer at the firm as well as what life is like day-to-day in the employment team.

Meet William Moore, associate in the privacy and data team at Shoosmiths. He offers a first-hand insight into his legal career journey, including his move from Parliament to law. Plus, William shares his tips for future trainees.

As you head into the second year of your law degree, you might be wondering what you need to be doing to increase your chances of securing a job in the legal profession. Here is our checklist to help you navigate your second year.

It is imperative that you thoroughly research a law firm before applying. In this video, we run through the places you can use to build up a clearer picture of who the firm is, what they do, and why it is somewhere you would like to work. 

More firms have opened online applications for their 2013 summer vacation schemes through Apply4Law.

Choosing what course to study at undergraduate level can be an incredibly daunting decision – one many may feel unprepared to make! This video summarises why choosing to study law may be an attractive option due to its versatility.

Gabs Rodriguez-Cleary didn't study law and took a non-typical route to becoming a trainee at Shoosmiths. Find out about his journey and the transferable skills he has brought from his previous degree and work.

In this masterclass you'll find out exactly what it means to be an M&A lawyer.

At LawCareersNetLIVE 2022, we spoke to recruiters and trainees from DWF Group LLP, Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Addleshaw Goddard about what more can be done to ensure the legal profession is a diverse and inclusive place for all.

In this masterclass, sponsored by Travers Smith, Addleshaw Goddard and Trowers & Hamlins, find out exactly what it means to be a dispute resolution lawyer.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges is now receiving applications for training contracts through the online application system Apply4Law.

David Amos, director of the LPC at The City Law School, answers all of my questions regarding the LPC and shares his top tips. If you are currently on the LPC or considering doing it, then this video is for you!

Find out from our panel of experts exactly what commercial awareness is, as well as how you can develop it and, crucially, demonstrate it in law firm applications.

Graduate Recruitment Manager Sam Hope of Shoosmiths describes why you shouldn’t be terrified of law firm assessment days and why using social media is a great way to network with graduate recruiters.

Confused about the stages of becoming a lawyer? With the simple career timetable below, there's no need to be! Just hover over the map to reveal an outline of each stage in the process. 

Barbara Rollin, partner at Shoosmiths and keynote speaker at NLL16, talks about the gender imbalance in the legal profession, the need for greater flexible working, some of the characteristics of the lawyers of the future, and why resilience is so important.

Mills & Reeve interviewed nearly 100 clients asking what they wanted from their law firm. Claire Clarke talks about the results and how it is shaping our 2025 strategy.