Author: Lydia Fontes

Reed Smith’s Laura-May Scott discusses the dramatic pull of contentious work and her advice for aspiring solicitors

Shoosmiths lawyers explore how law firms integrate into the business ecosystem, collaborate with in-house legal teams, and secure and retain clients

From AI to interest rates -- lawyers have their say

We sit down with Goodwin Procter's Ravi Chopra to explore his journey in law

Fletchers legal executive, Libby Ansbro, shares insights on her non-traditional path into law, exploring university alternatives and the invaluable skills she’s honed at the firm

Irwin Mitchell partner Emma Rush talks making a difference, the road to partnership and her advice for students

Andrea Spears discusses the differences between academic life and legal practice and how BARBRI aims to bridge this gap

Pinsent Masons senior associate Meghan Higgins on the importance of pro bono and the skills it teaches junior lawyers

Rises in Edinburgh and trainees too

Addleshaw Goddard partner Graeme Warburton discusses the outfit’s international expansion

Bird & Bird associate Ning-Ning Li shares her journey from a science background to a legal career, the crucial role of attention to detail, and her involvement in one of world’s biggest Bitcoin legal battles

From pandemic business support to advising on solar mini-grids in Lesotho, Burges Salmon associate Luke Addison reflects on his career so far

Bates Wells’ Hannah Lyons discusses the values at the heart of the firm, the big issues impacting the charity sector and how to make the most of your training contract

A panel of Weil’s private equity lawyers discuss working with top-level clients, the biggest challenges they have faced in their career, and what we’re going to see in this practice area over the next 12 months

From the firm’s history and core values to unique office perks, here’s everything you need to know about Shoosmiths in five posts from its popular early careers Instagram page

Rises in regions too

BARBRI’s Emily Allen discusses the perks of flexible learning, the importance of downtime and the challenges of exam prep

Willkie partner Komal Raina shares her career journey, insights into 2025 market trends and the career advice she thinks everyone should hear

Linklaters counsel Tom Capon discusses the rapid growth of the space industry, sustainability, and the advantages of having a broad career

Hogan Lovells' associate Kaushik Karunakaran shares his career journey, insights into this key area of finance and the importance of a supportive firm culture

A&O Shearman trainee Kush Patel discusses his first year as a trainee, the opportunities presented by the A&O Shearman merger and his advice for aspiring solicitors