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‘I’m halfway through the SQE – here’s what it’s really been like’ 

Alysia Hoe, future trainee solicitor and SQE student at ULaw, discusses staying motivated on the SQE and finding your route into law

21 hours ago
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How to pass SQE2 – tips from a module leader

BPP’s Julie Manson talks exam success

2 days ago

Inside the Legal Cheek–ULaw Spring Virtual Vacation Scheme 2025: Key moments and takeaways

Insider insights on everything from real estate and restructuring to tax, disputes and trainee tips

5 days ago

Why life as a litigator is nothing like you see on TV 

We spoke to ULaw’s Nicole Kalli, lecturer and former litigator, about her move from practice to teaching and what it’s really like to work in disputes

Mar 27 2025 1:13pm
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Inside SQE prep: What works, what’s changing and what’s next 

Jonathan Worrell, BARBRI’s business development director, shares insights on supporting non-law graduates, navigating the SQE and the value of flexible preparation

Mar 20 2025 11:13am
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Why SQE success requires a shift in mindset from traditional law school exams  

Hilary Chadwick, Head of Law at BPP University’s Waterloo campus, shares her insights on breaking into the profession, the reality of the SQE and the importance of gaining practical experience

Mar 14 2025 10:23am
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Watch now: All your SQE questions answered

BPP award leader Caroline Rayson joins successful SQE candidates to discuss common concerns

Mar 12 2025 9:14am

Why Bristol could be the perfect place to start your legal career

Amanda Crutchley, head of pro bono at ULaw, shares her insights on life in criminal defence and the power of pro bono for aspiring lawyers

Mar 11 2025 8:34am

The power of pro bono: Gaining skills and standing out in law 

James Mannouch, ULaw pro bono coordinator and Liverpool Law Society president, shares insights on breaking into law, pro bono's value, and practical experience

Mar 6 2025 9:05am

Cracking the bar course: Expert insights from a former barrister

Pauline Walker, academic manager at ULaw and former barrister, shares her insights on the key skills aspiring barristers need and how students can set themselves up for success on the Bar Practice Course

Feb 24 2025 3:20pm
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Lessons learned from life at the bar

Susan Starr, ULaw campus manager and former barrister, shares insights on transitioning to teaching, developing litigation skills, and preparing students for a changing legal landscape

Feb 21 2025 9:55am
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How to become a lawyer without the law firm

BARBRI business development director Emma Cavendish discusses qualifying in-house, developing commercial awareness and her advice for aspiring in-house lawyers

Feb 20 2025 1:49pm
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From apprentice to City associate via the SQE

BCLP’s Bradley Fisher shares his experience

Feb 14 2025 9:23am
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SQE hacks every aspiring lawyer needs to know

Alice Kemp, ULaw student and future US law firm trainee, shares insights on the SQE, securing a training contract, and staying motivated through qualification

Jan 30 2025 8:44am

Cracking the code: The secrets to successful pupillage applications

'Be James Milner not Neymar when it comes to pupillage applications', advises Devereux Chambers' Josh Neaman

Jan 24 2025 11:50am

Essential advice for aspiring barristers from a bar course leader

Beverley Dawes, head of the Bar Practice Course at ULaw, offers her advice on getting work experience, dealing with rejection and acing interviews

Jan 15 2025 8:54am

Why is Newcastle a top destination for law students?

Campus ambassador at The University of Law, Poppy Baverstock gives an insight into life on campus, her favourite study spots and the best things about studying in northern city

Jan 13 2025 8:25am
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Watch now: Why is the SQE so hard to pass?

BPP award leader Allison Banks joins successful SQE candidates to discuss the challenges

Dec 18 2024 7:49am

Mastering the SQE: Insider tips from a programme leader

The College of Legal Practice’s Kathryn Newton discusses the evolution of legal education, the challenges of the SQE, and the essential skills aspiring lawyers need to thrive in practice

Dec 10 2024 2:49pm
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Your official rundown of the Legal Cheek-ULaw Winter Virtual Vacation Scheme 2024

Leading lawyers give the lowdown on competition, technology, disputes and more!

Dec 9 2024 12:00pm
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How to build the skills and confidence for SQE success

Robina Amalathas, a student at The University of Law in Southampton, shares her take on campus life, studying in the city, and staying motivated during her legal studies

Nov 18 2024 12:25pm