What are the commercial implications for national governing bodies if funded athletes are given employment rights?

Resourcing manager Rob Brown offers insight into Blake Morgan's training contract recruitment process, including the most common way candidates let themselves down in applications, the key skills aspiring lawyers need and how non-legal work experience can improve an application. 

Associate Alasdair Johnston discusses why he was drawn to working at international law firm Morgan, Lewis & Bockius UK LLP, the rewarding cases he’s worked on and the importance of work experience for aspiring lawyers. Plus, he highlights his time on secondment in Dubai.

The long road, from starting your legal studies to becoming a fully qualified solicitor or barrister, can feel lonely. For me, one of the most difficult aspects of starting my journey into law was knowing what I was getting myself into! 

Commercial chancery barrister Max first trained and qualified as a solicitor before transferring to the Bar. Read on to hear about how he made the switch, as well as the interesting cases he worked on during pupillage and after.

To what extent does Amazon’s Alexa, and interfaces like it, present a breakthrough opportunity for computer-driven assistances and home automation, and to what extent should any enthusiasm be tempered by privacy concerns?

Chancery work is split into two areas: traditional and commercial.

Sam Glover’s journey to the Bar was far from traditional – from leaving school at age seven to pursuing a career in music, Sam’s journey is an exciting read. Learn about the value of mini-pupillages, the lessons to be learned and what being a tax barrister involves in this Meet the Lawyer profile. 

Here are LCN’s top 10 tips for making a great impression when on a vacation scheme and getting the most out of the experience – online or face-to-face.

This past year was gruelling (to say the least) and demanded a lot of flexibility and adaptability. Not only did I have to adjust to learning an entirely new discipline, but I also had to do it all in one year! A law conversion course is certainly not for the faint of heart, but I can't say it wasn't worth it.

Megan Melia goes through what candidates should expect on a vacation scheme, important skills Weightmans is looking for, common ways candidates let themselves down and how the firm is adopting the Solicitors Qualifying Exam.

What do a Russian cellist, the prime minister's father and the perpetrators of the 1983 Brink's Mat gold bullion robbery all have in common? 

Anthea Demetriou explores how candidates should approach the researching of a law firm properly, the responsible way to use AI for applications and key skills HFW is looking for in candidates.

Insurance (and reinsurance – the insurance of insurers) is an integral part of commercial activity throughout the world.

How can I be an authentic LGBTQ+ ally?

A legal apprenticeship is a route to becoming a lawyer that combines a paid job at a law firm with studying for formal qualifications, funded by the government and your employer. It’s an alternative to the traditional route of going to university and training to be a lawyer afterwards. Graduate solicitor apprenticeships are also on the rise. Find out more about the different legal apprenticeship options in this guide.  

Networking is a vital skill – not only for aspiring lawyers looking to gain employment or work experience – but also throughout a qualified lawyer’s career. Solicitors and barristers are always looking to bring in new business, make useful connections and learn more about the legal and business worlds, so networking is a key part of any lawyer’s working life.

Find out about White & Case’s vacation scheme, assessment centres and the training contract application process in this Meet the Recruiter profile with Molly Hill. Plus, Molly outlines what White & Case’s solicitor apprenticeship programme involves!

After completing a GCSE in law during after-school classes, Raj Malhi became fascinated with the law. In this Meet the Lawyer interview Raj speaks about volunteering in court during university, Freeths’ diverse culture and the importance of taking your time in your legal journey.