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The Rookie Lawyer - The aspiring solicitor's question bank

Posted on 06 April 2024

Part of applying to law firms involves talking to qualified solicitors and trainees - either at open days and events, or by reaching out to them on LinkedIn. As many of my teachers and mentors have advised me, contacting individuals at a firm you want to apply to is a great way to not only get an insight into the firm and their culture, but also gain a better understanding of how to tailor your application.

Vinson & Elkins launches first Continental European office in Brussels

Posted on 23 March 2026

Vinson & Elkins RLLP has opened its first Continental European office in Brussels, expanding the Houston-founded law firm’s competition and regulatory capabilities across the region. The office is led by Brussels-based antitrust partner May Lyn Yuen, who joined the firm from Hogan Lovells.

Commercial news round-up: British Gas, Asda, Pearson, Green & Black’s

Posted on 04 August 2017

Although you would expect the news to be in full-on “silly season” mode, there are still a good number of scintillating business stories to keep an eye on – here are just a few.

The Rookie Lawyer - The art of asking good questions

Posted on 24 October 2023

The art of asking good questions is an essential part of any law student's skill set. As a student, you want to make sure you ask insightful questions in class, to delve deeper into the material and make sure you understand its every nook and cranny. As a prospective solicitor or trainee, you want to ask standout questions during a job interview or firm open day to showcase your interest in the firm. And, as a qualified solicitor, you want to know the right questions to ask your client to elicit the relevant responses from them in relation to a particular case.

New legal research website relies on user crowdsourcing and ratings system

Posted on 28 April 2014

A legal research website which relies on crowdsourcing and user ratings for its content was launched last week.

The 93% Club

Posted on 27 March 2023

Take or Pay: A-OK?

Posted on 10 March 2009

Could a 'take or pay' clause included in a supply contract amount to an unenforceable penalty?

Ulster University

courses: Bar Course, Law Conversion, Law degree, LPC, SQE, Postgraduate law courses

Scrapping the Human Rights Act would damage the country, warns parliamentary committee

Posted on 10 May 2016

The government should rethink plans to scrap the Human Rights Act and replace it with a UK bill of rights, a cross-party parliamentary committee has warned.

Top law firms say SQE graduates lag behind LPC counterparts in key legal skills

Posted on 16 May 2025

Trainees who qualified via the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) are said to be underperforming in core legal skills compared to those who completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC), according to new research by Legal Cheek.

Diversity Access Scheme providing funding to aspiring solicitors opens for applications

Posted on 04 February 2019

Applications are now open for places on the Law Society’s Diversity Access Scheme, which provides financial support for the Legal Practice Course (LPC), as well as access to work experience opportunities and mentoring.

The Building Safety Act

Posted on 24 October 2023

What does the Building Safety Act mean for the construction sector?

York Law Society - Benefits of joining your university’s non-law society

Posted on 02 July 2024

Our society caters to non-law students who aspire to transition into legal careers. The main goal this year has been to demystify the process of entering the legal profession and provide support and opportunities for students from a variety of academic backgrounds.

Fox Not Out of the Woods Yet

Posted on 01 March 2005

Have the UK's hunts been outfoxed by the recent hunting ban?

PRACTICE AREA PROFILE: IP | Ellen Lambrix - Bristows

Posted on 28 June 2022

In the first of our brand new Practice Area Profile videos, senior associate Ellen Lambrix discusses her work in Intellectual Property (IP) at Bristows.

Justice ministers say virtual courts will speed up justice system

Posted on 08 December 2011

Court hearings are becoming swifter and more effective, saving victims, witnesses and the police time through virtual courts and video technology, according to Justice Ministers Nick Herbert and Jonathan Djanology.

Old Square Chambers (Bristol)

pupillages

tenancies in the last 3 years

Labour pledges to reverse legal aid cuts and re-open law centres

Posted on 01 October 2019

Labour has announced its spending plans for the justice sector at its annual conference, pledging £74 million to reverse cuts to legal aid and train more community lawyers.

JNP Legal

work placements