Shipping law tends to fall into two areas: contentious and non-contentious.

You don’t need a law degree to become a lawyer – in fact, the modern legal profession is full of non-law graduates. The skills and experiences you gain from studying and working in other fields are assets that can make you a stronger candidate.

A leading international law firm, Clifford Chance is where bright minds meet. Early talent looking to build a dynamic commercial law career will find that the benefits and development they can gain from our training contracts are second to none.

Corporate lawyer Amen Alonge shares how he qualified as a career changer and his involvement in business development at Farrer & Co LLP.

From Macfarlanes’ vacation scheme through to the various social mobility programmes on offer at the firm, Isabella Strafford-Antonio outlines the work Macfarlanes is doing to improve access to the profession. Find out how you can get involved with these schemes in this Meet the Recruiter. 

Let’s talk about one of the most important and often misunderstood areas of legal practice – environmental law. It’s where climate meets compliance, where forests meet the courtroom and where people who care about the planet can make real change using legal tools.

As part of LCN's increased focus on diversity in the legal profession, we have been looking at the relationship between candidates and firms when it comes to diverse talent. 

How will Brexit impact London’s status as a centre for international commercial dispute resolution?

One of the most fundamental questions you must address when considering a career in law is whether to become a solicitor or barrister. To put it simply, barristers appear in court, while solicitors work in law firms. 

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. 

Find out how Lucy Conway, a corporate associate in Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher UK LLP’s corporate team, got into law, the types of case she works on and her advice for aspiring lawyers. 

Why is the prominence of London maritime lawyers likely to continue?

Does the recently enacted Modern Slavery Act go far enough in assisting migrant domestic workers in Britain?

Does a duty of good faith restrict a party’s contractual discretion?

Dispute resolution associate Lavanya Loganathan outlines Kingsley Napley’s unique culture, her area of expertise and how she collaborates with other teams. Find out more about what it’s like to work at the firm here.

Private equity lawyers specialise in providing legal advice and assistance to private equity firms and their clients.

Early careers specialist Jakob Sexton shares his advice for aspiring lawyers and explains how Brabners runs its vacation schemes. 

Data from the 2025 Annual Report on Admission Policies of Legal Professions has revealed that demand for legal services in Ireland continues to grow, with the legal sector contributing €6.7 billion to Ireland’s economy, while also pointing to emerging pressures on training and regional provision.

CILEX (The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) is one of the three main professional bodies covering the legal profession in England and Wales. The 18,000-strong membership is made up of CILEX lawyers, paralegals and other legal professionals.