AI describes the ability of a computer system to perform tasks typically associated with human intelligence, including those relating to perception, recognition, decision making and learning. Given this substantial potential, it's key for legal professionals to understand the factors that influence how AI can impact the legal field.

The final year of your LLB programme presents a tremendous opportunity, and what might be the magnum opus of your time at university – your dissertation. This is not merely an academic requirement (though some universities offer alternatives), but a chance to delve deeply into a topic that fascinates you. 

Browne Jacobson LLP recently launched its innovative mentoring programme REACH (Race, Equality and Cultural Heritage), which is aimed at aspiring Black lawyers.

The new edition of The LawCareers.Net Handbook: The Training Contract & Pupillage Guide (formerly known as The Training Contract & Pupillage Handbook) is now available to readers.

What will the regulations on gender pay gap reporting mean for employers in 2018?

The complexities and challenges associated with decommissioning offshore oil and gas assets have dampened M&A activity in the past, but change is coming – so what form will it take?

What do you know about entering the legal profession via an apprenticeship? While the concept of an apprenticeship isn’t new, there are a few misconceptions and some confusion that surround them. So, this article aims to demystify the apprenticeship route to qualifying as a solicitor.

The Bar Standards Board has introduced a new central portal for all students who wish to study the BPTC.

A consortium of London law schools have announced a one-day 'open access' law fair, designed to bring together law students and graduates from all backgrounds with employers.

This LCN Feature outlines some practical and emotional steps law firms can take to support Muslim employees during this period.

Why is competition law so integral to practising law in Brussels?

The Supreme Court has ruled that the government acted unlawfully and unconstitutionally by introducing fees of up to £1,200 for those bringing claims to an employment tribunal. 

Why were Jägermeister's dreams of obtaining a registered Community design for its shot glass shattered? 

I felt completely out of place walking into County Hall for the LawCareersNetLIVE event. However, once I started talking to people from all walks of life, everyone admitted that they felt the same imposter syndrome.

What are company voluntary arrangements and what impact do they have on landlords?

On Saturday 16 November Gray’s Inn played host to the Chancery Bar Association annual careers fair for students interested in pursuing a career at the Bar.

While many law firms have a strong presence on LinkedIn and Instagram, far fewer have embraced TikTok. That makes those that are present on the platform especially worth following for insight into law firm culture, real advice from trainees and lawyers, and a window into the application process. Here are LCN’s picks of 10 law firms with active TikTok accounts and why they deserve a spot on your feed.

The Legal Advice Centre at Nottingham Law School, dubbed a ‘teaching law firm’, has recovered over £3 million in benefits and compensation for its clients in five years.