If you're in the first year of your law degree, and are not sure where to start with your career research, here are our five top tips of things you can do, from getting involved with your student law society to acing your exams.

Accounting giant Deloitte has announced a three-year training contract that incorporates one study day a week for trainees to prepare for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam.

The Bar Council has partnered with tech company Spot to launch an anti-harassment and bullying tool for barristers to anonymously report inappropriate behaviour.

Friends in Law has awarded special recognition to nine barristers’ chambers for the support they give to both the Bar Pro Bono Unit and Free Representation Unit.

New reports show that the employment tribunal backlog has risen alarmingly by approximately 28% over the past year, following the introduction of new workers’ rights in the Employment Rights Bill.

Could complying with US border staff requests for access to social media accounts breach UK data protection regulations and client confidentiality obligations? 

Senior associate Joseph Akwaboa shares insights into his work across commercial, technology and sports law, how he chose the right firm for his career goals, and why both legal and non-legal experience helped shape his journey into the profession.

Legal Futures reports that BPTC and BVC graduates will be among the first to be eligible for exemption from elements of the LPC, should they wish to convert to the solicitors’ side of the profession.

The UK’s cost of living crisis continues to wreak havoc this week, with concerns that low-income households could fall further into debt, hunger and poverty. On top of the cost of living crisis, what else is in the news this week? Are you up to date?

I received excellent client contact throughout my training contract. The supervision has been fantastic – there is a good balance between assisted work and independent exercises.

Are Glasgow’s LEZ restrictions on vehicles or Scottish business? 

The Law Society has condemned a report from the National Crime Agency (NCA) that identifies money-laundering as a major threat and describes solicitors as “crucial to the laundering of illicit funds”. 

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?

Getting involved in pro bono is not only a fantastic way to develop advocacy, communication and networking skills – all of which are crucial for a successful career in the profession – but it’s also a great way to offer your support to those unable to afford legal advice or representation.

The nominees for the 12th annual Student Law Society (SLS) Awards, sponsored by BARBRI, have been revealed after LawCareers.Net received 53 submissions from presidents and committees and nearly 2,200 submissions from society members.

‘Commercial awareness’ is a term you’ve probably heard thrown around a lot by law firm recruiters.