Legal Cheek Careers

The latest careers content in one place, plus events, key deadlines, campus ambassador programme details and the Legal Cheek Most Lists.

Leading with purpose: How one lawyer is transforming her firm into a more responsible business

Sally Dallow, from Womble Bond Dickinson, shares her career journey and reflects on her latest role at the international firm

2 days ago
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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

3 days ago

Inside high-stakes law: The realities of life as a restructuring lawyer

Macfarlanes senior associate Timothy Bromley-White discusses his work with Superdry and the complexities of guiding clients through financial challenges

Dec 12 2024 10:08am

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
Camille Pellicano

My SQE journey at a global law firm

Reed Smith trainee Camille Pellicano shares her journey from Malta to London and the firm’s innovative SQE training

Dec 4 2024 6:41am
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From Magic Circle lawyer to supporting the next generation as a law lecturer

ULaw’s Guy Grayson discusses his varied career

Dec 2 2024 12:24pm
Alexa Collis

Meet the lawyer helping celebrities and entrepreneurs protect their legacies

Alexa Collis, partner and private client lawyer at Harbottle & Lewis, discusses life since joining the partnership, advising celebrity clients and leading charity initiatives

Nov 28 2024 9:43am
Managing partner of Dentons Ireland, Eavan Saunders,

How one lawyer is driving growth at the world’s largest law firm

Managing partner of Dentons Ireland, Eavan Saunders, explores the future of corporate law, the importance of global perspective, and the skills aspiring lawyers need to thrive

Nov 26 2024 12:13pm
Online exam
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‘I studied distance learning and aced SQE1. Here’s how I did it.’

SQE student Brian Okwaisie discusses balancing revision strategies and why he chose BPP

Nov 25 2024 2:13pm

How one lawyer swapped the West End stage for global disputes 

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

Nov 22 2024 8:37am

How corporate law firms work: 5 things you need to know

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

Nov 21 2024 7:51am
Counsel in finance law at Ropes & Gray, Jacob Bennett

Breaking barriers: A Black lawyer’s journey in finance law

Ropes & Gray counsel Jacob Bennett reflects on his career journey, diversity in the legal profession, and the advice he’d offer aspiring lawyers

Nov 20 2024 9:42am

Top commercial awareness topics to watch for this training contract application season

From AI to interest rates -- lawyers have their say

Nov 19 2024 8:16am
Young students campus helps friend catching up and learning

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

The key skills aspiring lawyers need to master exams and thrive in law

Ali Wylie, a lecturer at The University of Law, offers his advice to those seeking a training contract

Nov 14 2024 9:58am
Futuristic world

Meet the lawyer leading the emerging tech revolution

Alexander Amato-Cravero, director of emerging technologies at HSF, discusses how new technologies are shaping legal practice and the essential skills future lawyers need to stay ahead

Nov 13 2024 1:31pm

Inside the world of a data protection lawyer

Tuğhan Thuraisingam, partner at DWF, shares his unique path into law, the value of client exposure, nurturing future data protection experts, and AI's impact on the legal sector

Nov 12 2024 10:18am
Ravi Chopra

A top US law firm partner talks client relationships, commercial trends and the importance of ‘finding your tribe’

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

Nov 11 2024 3:40pm

From trainee to NQ: A journey to becoming an associate at a top US law firm in London

On the cusp of qualifying, Morrison Foerster’s Lewis Ball talks headline deals, varied training and the firm’s super-friendly culture

Nov 7 2024 11:22am

My unique path to becoming a lawyer at a leading personal injury law firm

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

Nov 6 2024 8:42am