Law fairs offer an important opportunity to meet firms face to face or virtually.

As of 3 October 2022, there are now over 2099 climate litigation cases globally and 2874 climate laws and policies – of which around 80 have been filed against governments, globally.

To some music fans, a collaboration between Drake and The Weeknd might be a welcome surprise. However, a recent viral track seemingly featuring vocals from both artists was recently pulled from streaming services by Universal Music Group (UMG) for copyright infringement.

Recession: not such a sad thing after all?

After listening to a few podcasts, I've developed an interest in what I've always thought were called ‘personal legal services' - an umbrella term including family, wills and estates and trusts - and started researching firms that provide these services.

LawCareers.Net is delighted to announce the nominees for the third annual Student Law Society Awards, sponsored by DWF LLP. There was an overwhelming response from students, with more than 1,700 individual submissions and 41 committee submissions received.

Fiona Stewart is a family law barrister at Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB). Read her advice on mini-pupillages, choosing a practice area and chambers to apply to, and find out what makes QEB stand out in this Meet the Lawyer.

Bex Gerrard is a HR coordinator at Gowling WLG (UK) LLP. She opens up about her disability and experience at work, and outlines what she believes makes a truly inclusive workplace.

I hope you’re all enjoying the new year. I tend to find it easier to keep up with commercial awareness in the new year, especially as my commercial awareness routine usually takes place when I’m getting ready for university!

It’s been a week of wet weather chaos, with “danger to life” warnings issued in parts of the UK. As well as the storms, we take a look at calls for the government to consider a break-up of Heathrow Airport in light of its monopoly control of the airport’s operations; Donald Trump’s proposed trade tariffs; and reports that British bakery chain Gail’s has instructed investment bank Goldman Sachs to auction a sale of the group. 

As temperatures plummeted this week and most of the UK was hit with snow, we sat down to bring you some of the week’s top commercial stories.   

What’s greenwashing and how can organisations navigate green advertising?

Both barristers and solicitor advocates are qualified legal professionals who represent their clients during court proceedings, but their roles are somewhat different. Read on to find out some of the differences between the two.

After a memorable conversation with my criminal practice professor on her career in criminal law, I've been leafing through The Secret Barrister: Nothing But the Truth, an eye-opening account of experiences as a criminal barrister.

This week big four audit firm PwC has revealed that it will boost its headcount, the Oatly trademark dispute continues and the government has announced a new trade deal, among other things. Read LCN’s round-up below for some updates to keep you in the loop. If you’re interested in a story, delve into it further to start developing your commercial awareness.

Pupillage is the final stage of training to be a barrister.

From unlikely cinema pairings to surfing on plastic bottles and a social media rebrand, which is more than just a name change, we’re covering a range of commercial news stories this week to help expand your knowledge – so, buckle up and enjoy the ride.  

Identifying the lasting effects of changes occurring within the business and legal worlds is crucial to demonstrating good commercial acumen. Think about the impact that such changes might have on a particular industry, your target firm’s clients and the firm itself. Choose to analyse stories that interest you as this will make staying up to date with changes much easier and more enjoyable. Read this week’s commercial news round-up for insight into some of the news stories from the past week.

Have you been staying up to date with this week’s commercial news? Rachel Reeves’ speech made a splash with plans to build a new runway at Heathrow, along with other proposed travel and infrastructure projects. Plus, we take a look at the impact of DeepSeek’s launch over the weekend; rising water bills; and a new judgment from the courts on Scottish oil and gas fields. Read on to find out more!