Find out what early careers officer Lizzy Ferguson is looking for in your applications to Birketts LLP, the importance of the firm’s vacation scheme to the training contract application process and the firm’s stance on the use of AI in applications. 

Becoming a solicitor in the big business world of City law is the goal for many aspiring lawyers. But how do you know whether it’s right for you?

In this article, I'll walk you through my process this year and cover some of the things I'll be doing differently next cycle.

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. 

Here’s LawCareers.Net’s 26-step guide to the training contract application process, plus 10 mock interview questions to help you prepare.

Becoming a solicitor in the big business world of City law is the goal for many aspiring lawyers. But how do you know whether it’s right for you?

Do you start with the Legal Practice Course or the Solicitors Qualifying Exam? Do you go on to do a master’s degree? Do you start your legal career as a paralegal?

Charlotte offers insights into Bristows' trainee recruitment process and outlines the importance of non-legal work experience, understanding commercial issues, and curiosity.

Find out how you can ace your Akin vacation scheme application with advice from the firm’s graduate recruitment manager Amy McCarthy.

Jeremy Hunt announced the UK’s 2023 budget and we’ve broken down what’s in it for you. Plus, the UK saw its largest strike in decades this week; the BBC has been accused of bowing to government pressures over headlines; Gary Lineker caused quite the stir with a controversial Tweet; and there’s some exciting news for anyone planning a holiday.

Here is LawCareers.Net’s 26-step guide to the training contract application process, plus 10 mock interview questions to help you prepare.

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

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As exam season comes to an end and vac schemers prepare for their stints, those who were unable to secure places now have a summer of time to fill. If you haven’t managed to secure a vac scheme (or pupillage) this summer and you’re feeling a little lost, read on for some of my tips! 

Attending a law firm’s open day, insight scheme or presentation is a great way to meet lawyers and recruiters, and gain valuable insights that’ll improve your applications. Read our five tips to help you prepare and make a good impression on the day.

What career opportunities do you have with a law degree? Studying law opens a world of possibilities when it comes to choosing a career – here are six alternative careers for law graduates to help kickstart your career research.

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. 

Welcome to LawCareers.Net’s four-step training contract application guide.

Expert recruiter – and animal lover – Lucie Rees is understandably proud to have supported so many candidates through their journeys from being wide-eyed students to confident, qualified solicitors and partners. Read her advice for the current generation of aspiring lawyers and gain an insight into the application process – as well as working life – at Watson Farley & Williams.

As a career changer, you’re certainly not on your own. If you’re serious about moving into the legal profession, read our five tips to help you get started.