To secure a training contract, you must familiarise yourself with four areas of knowledge. This will help you to understand the profession and the job you hope to do, effectively research a law firm and identify the skills and strengths to demonstrate in your applications.

During your time at university, there are several key events and deadlines that you need to diarise or risk missing out! It’s all part of the broader need to keep ahead of the game and plan your time wisely. Here are just a few to be aware of.

Joining the big business world of City law is the goal for many aspiring lawyers.

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.

By the end of the 12th Century, a framework for dispute resolution had arisen which involved principle, equity and a quasi-adversarial system. This blog will examine how much Anglo-Saxon law has contributed towards it. Anglo-Saxon law will be confined to Aethelbert’s code of the early seventh century, distinct from other early Germanic statements.

How do unfair prejudice claims impact D&O coverage?

What is next for the platform gig economy?

What are ‘green finance’ and ‘sustainable finance’?

Under the influence: why is there a DCMS inquiry into influencer marketing and what can we expect?

Nutrient neutrality: what problems will developers face and how can they overcome them?

The slow, very public collapse of the River Wye, once one of Britain’s most pristine waterways, is no longer just an ecological tragedy, it’s now a legal one. It’s, arguably, a test case for whether the law can still function as a meaningful check on environmental harm in the UK.

Here's a thorough guide on how to research firms, what to look for and how to get what you're looking for out of your research. Feel free to copy it down, take it apart and add to it as you see fit!

Philip Whitehead, an associate in Cooley (UK) LLP’s corporate and capital markets team, speaks about the recruitment process, how he gained relevant experience and what a typical day might involve in this Meet the Lawyer profile.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock (with no wi-fi) for the past 12 months, you won’t have avoided the explosion in use of generative AI. How can aspiring lawyers position themselves to harness the benefits that AI can offer?

Clíodhna Kelleher shares her experiences of working as a competition lawyer at Monckton Chambers, from the freedom it affords to the camaraderie of chambers. Plus, she details her range of work experience before qualifying as a barrister, including being a debate coach, a university tutor, a paralegal and even working for a non-governmental organisation. 

How effective has the Bribery Act 2010 been?

What are derivatives and why are they used by investors?

How will the OECD two-pillar base erosion and profit-shifting measures affect multinational businesses? 

Breaking into law can be tough, especially when you're just starting out. With so many talented candidates competing for attention, standing out among the sea of applicants can feel like an impossible task. It's crucial to make sure your application not only gets noticed but also leaves a lasting impression. In such a competitive field, you need to show what makes you unique, skilled and ready to tackle the challenges of the legal world.

To secure a training contract, you need to familiarise yourself with four areas of knowledge. This will help you to understand the profession and the job you hope to do, effectively research a law firm and identify your skills and strengths to demonstrate in applications.