There is a long history of lawyers doing pro bono work, going back to medieval times and beyond; for many people, pro bono was the only means to seek redress or justice.

The popularity of podcasts has soared in recent years, with 12.3 million people listening to podcasts each week in the UK, according to the BBC. Here are the 15 podcasts we think all aspiring lawyers should listen to.

EU data protection law has recently seen new standard contractual clauses published: what are they, why were they changed and what does this mean in practice? And what about the UK?

Is ESG a trend that businesses can’t afford to ignore? 

In light of the Snowden revelations and ongoing questions about the security of our data, how will companies adapt to continue providing the services we all rely on?

The Paris Agreement: can we trade our way out of climate change?

On 15 March 2022, Justice Secretary Dominic Raab announced long-awaited plans to reform the legal aid system.

As cities’ populations continue to rise, what are the challenges in transforming our urban centres into a new generation of ‘smart cities’?

How should multinational technology companies be taxed fairly and effectively in a digital economy?

Why are UK law firms flocking to Qatar?

Calum Smith shares his journey into law and advice for aspiring barristers, as well as outlining how he manages his workload.

By focusing on the non-legal experience you already have and the transferable skills you’ve developed, you can demonstrate your potential and commitment to prospective employers.

LinkedIn might sometimes seem like Instagram’s boring older sibling but, as most professionals and employers have accounts on the platform, it’s a great place for you to engage with other users and follow the latest legal developments. It’s also a gateway of information, opportunities and online networking.

What is in store for restructuring and insolvency lawyers in 2021?

Sarah Walker, a barrister at Selborne Chambers, talks about the importance of mini-pupillages, the type of work she gets involved with as a commercial chancery disputes barrister, work/life balance and more in this Meet the Lawyer interview. 

Is the emerging hydrogen sector the key to achieving net zero?

There are many different kinds of career in the legal profession. On qualifying, many lawyers tend to specialise in one area of law which could be anything from intellectual property to Islamic finance to family law. This Feature explores the process of choosing a practice area to specialise in and offers advice on the factors to consider.

There are lots of different careers in the legal profession. On qualifying, many lawyers tend to specialise in one area of law, which could be anything from intellectual property to clinical negligence to family law. This Feature explores the process of choosing a practice area to specialise in and offers advice on the factors to consider.

Read our top 10 tips for making a great impression when on a vacation scheme and getting the most out of the experience.

From trainee to partner, Ian Masser discusses his 18-year journey at Beale & Co, the importance of career progression and trainee retention, as well as his area of expertise.