Young professionals from generation Z (gen Z) are entering the legal sector, bringing fresh ideas and a new approach to work. With different career expectations, communication styles and values, they’re challenging the traditional way things have been done in law.

Working as a paralegal before securing a training contract is increasingly the norm for thousands of candidates. It is even possible to qualify as a solicitor by gaining relevant experience as a paralegal, instead of a formal training contract – a route which could become even more popular with the introduction of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE). However, this stepping stone also has potential downsides to watch out for…

Law firms need to introduce quotas to make the representation of women at partner and management level more equal after “years of talking” about diversity have failed to effect real change, the founder of The First 100 Years project has said.

BPP University officially opened its family law clinic on 16 October following a successful pilot scheme which helped dozens of Londoners through the legal issues surrounding separation, divorce and child access arrangements.

From the intellectual challenges to the excitement of seeing her work in the news, find out more about Abbie’s journey into law and career at Baker McKenzie.

If home ownership is not for everyone, how realistic a fix for the chronically undersupplied housing market is a new focus on delivering affordable rental homes – can the private rented sector really help the housing crisis?

I haven’t been offered a training contract yet – is it too risky to start the LPC without having secured a training contract first?

What with the sadness of last night’s World Cup defeat, the arrival today of the Donald, and the chaos surrounding this week’s government resignations and non-existent Brexit strategy, you could be forgiven for thinking that there’s really no reason to carry on. Don’t give up! There remain many reasons to be cheerful, not least the prospect of a fulfilling legal career. To help you make that a reality by boosting your commercial acumen, read this week’s selection of business news stories.

Carl Rix is a tenant at Old Square Chambers. He gives advice to aspiring barristers, discusses the importance of trusting your own judgement and explains how the debating society at Swansea University led him to the Bar. 

Hannah Cockle opens up about her experience as part of Sullivan & Cromwell’s small trainee cohort. She outlines the integral role that trainees are given at the firm and the rewarding nature of working on big deals and directly with clients and partners.

Working as a paralegal before securing a training contract is increasingly the norm for thousands of candidates. It is even possible to qualify as a solicitor by gaining relevant experience as a paralegal, instead of a formal training contract – a route which could become even more popular with the introduction of the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE). However, this stepping stone also has potential downsides to watch out for…

You don’t need a law degree to become a lawyer – in fact, the modern legal profession is full of non-law graduates. The skills and experiences you gain from studying and working in other fields are assets that can make you a stronger candidate.

Curious about becoming a lawyer without a law degree? Here's everything non-law students need to know about legal careers, qualification routes and getting started.

In September, I wrote a blog detailing my expectations for the third year of my undergraduate law degree.  As I’m returning to university tomorrow, I thought it’d be beneficial to see how my expectations lived up to reality and outline my updated expectations for the second half of the year. 

Injury law experts National Accident Helpline has reopened its annual law competition, Future Legal Mind, for the ninth consecutive year. The competition, open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, is one of the leading law essay competitions in the UK.

Leena shares her journey from trainee to Islamic finance lawyer at Foot Anstey. Specialising in Sharia-compliant finance, she explains how problem-solving, and collaboration drives her work, what makes Foot Anstey’s culture stand out, and why gaining varied life experience is key for aspiring solicitors.

Shipping law is one of the oldest and most developed branches of commercial law.

How does the example of the Sainsbury’s takeover of Argos demonstrate the two different types of UK M&A deal and the importance of lawyers being commercially savvy?

Naomi Winston outlines how she discovered a career at the Bar would suit her, the benefits of Ten Old Square’s open-door policy and how she’s managing work/life balance with long covid.

Issues such as biodiversity loss, climate change, the demand for global sustainability and the need for alternative energy sources make environmental laws more important than ever.