It can be difficult to juggle your career research with everything else, but there are small things you can do to ensure that you stay up to date and make things easier for yourself along the way. Here are our tips on staying organised in your search for a training contract. 

At LawCareersNetLIVE 2024, we spoke to lawyers and recruiters, from Bristows LLP, DWF Group Limited, Gateley Legal, Hill Dickinson LLP, Shoosmiths, Squire Patton Boggs (UK) LLP and Trowers & Hamlins LLP about their advice for non-law students interested in a career as a lawyer.

Here’s a brief introduction to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which replaces the Data Protection Directive from 25 May 2018. When making this video, I had in mind those of you who are applying for training contracts, attending interviews or trying to keep up with current events.

In this LawCareers.Net masterclass, sponsored by Addleshaw Goddard, Clyde & Co LLP and DWF Group Limited, we cover the basics of launching a legal career, including what you should do in the first year of university, how to research and apply to future employers, and practical advice for getting work experience.

Ten more Apply4Law firms have opened up their summer vacation scheme systems, eager to receive well thought-out submissions from would-be joiners.

The 2024 Student Law Society Awards will be launched in early Autumn. Follow LawCareers.Net for the latest information and updates.

Restructuring and insolvency lawyers are called in when a company, individual or other organisation is in financial difficulties and is facing possible liquidation, administration or bankruptcy.

This firm is a wonderful place to train because of its open and friendly culture. It is common to know all of the partners in your department and even to have been for a drink with most of them in your first seat! Senior partners make sure that you are feeling supported even when it gets busy and the pressure is on.