This week’s commercial news round-up has stories spanning across technology politics and the economy to keep you in the loop and help build your commercial awareness.

What are the implications of cyber-attacks for businesses and what can they do to prepare?

The relevance of the technology used within law firms is heightened by the current era of rapid digital transformation and the effects of covid-19.

It’s a little-known fact that approximately half of solicitors in the UK come from non-law backgrounds. If you're a non-law student considering a career as a solicitor, your unique skills and insights aren’t just welcomed – they're highly valued because the legal profession appreciates diverse experiences and perspectives.

What rights do airline carriers have to refuse the refund of fees paid for ancillaries purchased as an accompaniment to a flight booking that has been cancelled?

I’m a first-year student – what’s a vacation scheme and when should I apply?

This July, I was fortunate enough to partake in Local Lawyers in Government (LLG)'s work experience week. I was assigned to a local authority and spent my mornings shadowing different legal departments, and attending informative workshops organised by LLG in the afternoon. In this article, I'll take you through how I spent my week – and the many things I learned.

What does Brexit mean for the status of EU nationals living in the UK?

To secure a training contract, you need to familiarise yourself with four areas of knowledge. This will help you 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.

In this LCN Says, we speak to Rebecca Keay from Mayer Brown International LLP about life as a trainee in an intellectual property (IP) and data protection seat.

I attended a non-Russell Group university and have concerns about being overlooked by law firms. Do I stand a chance of securing a training contract?

How have the tactics of organised criminal groups evolved over the years? 

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.

Family law barristers deal with all legal matters relating to marriage, separation, divorce and cohabitation, as well as issues relating to children, including contact arrangements, care and placement orders, adoption and surrogacy.

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

Christopher Weale provides fantastic insights into life at Kirkland & Ellis International LLP, from the qualification process and his experiences as a trainee to his day-to-day work as a corporate/M&A associate.

Should I use my Gmail or an academic email address when giving contact details? How strictly are deadlines enforced? Are there any ways of saving myself some time? AllHires' Amy Elderfield has the answers.

What effect is the unpredictability of the upcoming general election result having on businesses, homeowners and renters?

Financial sanctions: what are they and what has been imposed on Russia?

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