I didn’t go to a selective school, but have good A-levels and my ambition is to be a City lawyer – what does this mean for my chances? What are law firms doing to improve the representation of people from low socioeconomic backgrounds?

Linklaters is running a commercial awareness event on 4 December as part of its LinkUpEatUp campaign, which is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of the work of a leading global law firm.

The legal profession is renowned for being an extremely competitive field that can be exceptionally demanding for aspiring lawyers, new recruits and experienced lawyers alike. When we add covid-19 it makes the situation even more pressing.

How will the Labour government's proposals impact the work of commercial lawyers? 

Use this guide to compare the new preparation courses for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) by key criteria including fees, learning styles and locations.

What does the Bribery Act 2010 mean from a commercial perspective?

Contextual recruitment is a process that considers a candidate’s personal background to put ‘eligibility criteria’ into context.

Do same sex and heterosexual married couples have the same pension rights in occupational pension schemes? 

How do companies (and governments) make well-informed decisions about the future?

The Bar Council’s Race Working Group has launched a new report to address inequality at the Bar. The report provides statistics and personal testimony to highlight the prejudice that is rife within the profession. 

Barristers are taking more risks as a result of commercial pressures, while some senior barristers may be abusing their power over women, pupils and junior barristers, the Bar Standards Board has found.

Solicitors provide legal advice and representation. They work directly with their clients and are usually the first point of contact for anyone seeking legal advice. 

What is the future of divorce proceedings in the United Kingdom?

Joanna Clark is keen that prospective trainees know all about the friendly culture and diverse practice that characterise Winckworth Sherwood. Read on to deepen your understanding of this interesting, central London firm.

What is the commercial role of a bill of lading?

What will the new energy performance certificate requirements mean for sellers, landlords and developers of commercial properties?

What does the Bribery Act 2010, in its current incarnation, mean for UK businesses?

One of the key questions to ask yourself is what type of lawyer you want to be.

Find out about the recruitment process at BLM and what to expect on the firm’s vacation scheme.