Author: Husnara Begum

Why a shift towards booze free law events is a positive for the profession
Husnara Begum reflects on life as a teetotalling magic circle trainee in the nineties

Nearing the end of your TC? This is how to secure an NQ position
Magic circle lawyer turned career guru Husnara Begum offers up her nine top tips to making a smooth transition from rookie to junior associate

How to successfully make the transition from trainee to fully-fledged solicitor
Magic circle lawyer turned career coach Husnara Begum offers her top tips

I bought a Gucci handbag and pretended to like rugby in a bid to fit in with my magic circle peers
Career success shouldn't come at the sacrifice of being yourself, says City lawyer turned career coach Husnara Begum

Thinking of moving firm upon qualification? Here’s what you need to know
Final seat trainees are 'easy targets' for recruiters, warns magic circle lawyer turned career coach Husnara Begum -- so be sure to follow these top tips

10 pieces of advice for final seat trainees
Former magic circle lawyer Husnara Begum shares her wisdom with those preparing to qualify

An open letter to all trainees who weren’t retained this summer
Some of the best decisions people make are often forced on them, says career coach Husnara Begum