Author: Lydia Fontes

My life as a charity lawyer
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

5 things we learnt about life as a private equity lawyer
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

Shoosmiths in 5 Instagram posts
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

Addleshaws pushes NQ lawyer pay to £100k
Rises in regions too

A top tutor’s advice for students anxious about the SQE
BARBRI’s Emily Allen discusses the perks of flexible learning, the importance of downtime and the challenges of exam prep

Inside the world of a finance lawyer at a leading US firm’s London office
Willkie partner Komal Raina shares her career journey, insights into 2025 market trends and the career advice she thinks everyone should hear

Meet the Magic Circle space sector lawyer
Linklaters counsel Tom Capon discusses the rapid growth of the space industry, sustainability, and the advantages of having a broad career

Working in debt capital markets, insights from an associate
Hogan Lovells' associate Kaushik Karunakaran shares his career journey, insights into this key area of finance and the importance of a supportive firm culture

The A&O Shearman merger from a trainee’s perspective
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

RPC expands solicitor apprenticeship programme to London
10 spots available