What is the difference between the financial markets of the London Stock Exchange?

Passion for commercial matters is key at the transaction-focused London office of global firm Kirkland & Ellis, as Lauren Massey explains.

When reading a news story, it’s important that aspiring lawyers take on an analytical mindset in order to get the most out of their reading.

Read the round-up to see whether any of the summarised news stories from the week pique your interest.

Happy new year! Have you been keeping up with the commercial news over the holidays? The government has proposed changes to copyright law, which has been met with protest from the British music industry. Meanwhile, Lidl revealed a 7% boost in sales in the lead up to Christmas, Nationwide reported that house prices increased by 4.7% over 2024 and the single bus fare cap is set to rise by £1 next week. 

What would be the impact for the City if Britain were to leave the European Union?

How is English law moving toward better recognition and protection of celebrities’ image rights as valuable commodities?

Is the Financial Services Authority (FSA) moving towards a more active enforcement policy in the financial sector?

Is the freedom of the media being tempered by an ad hoc privacy law?

Amicus is a legal non-profit organisation based in London, which helps secure equal access to justice for those facing the death penalty in the United States. Every year, the organisation provides autumn and spring training for those interested in volunteering. 

When does a cyber-attack become an act of war?

Does green hydrogen have the green light?

What should a business bear in mind when it comes to consumer rights?

As a first year, what should your mentality be towards work experience? The mere fact that you’re reading this article is already a good start. However, it is paramount to understand that there is no need to be desperately seeking every opportunity. The common mistake among first years is to apply for as many insight schemes as possible and hope for the best. 

Find out about the recruitment process at Herbert Smith Freehills and absorb Rebecca Worrall’s advice on avoiding application mistakes.

Dentons’ Rosie Buckley offers insights into the firm’s online application form and vacation schemes.

The nominees for the sixth annual Student Law Society Awards have been revealed, after LawCareers.Net received 42 submissions from presidents and committees and nearly 2,400 submissions from society members.

The transition from sixth form to university, especially at the height of the pandemic, was quite challenging (for context, I attended an international school outside the UK).

I know the legal profession can be demanding and competitive, so how do I avoid burnout at work?

I’m 40 years old and interested in changing careers. I want to become a solicitor but don’t know what my funding options are – can you help?