Legal Cheek Careers
What aspiring lawyers need to know about energy law
CMS partner Matthew Brown discusses the evolution of energy law, the importance of diverse career experiences, and his advice for aspiring energy lawyers
From Leeds car parks to Singapore power stations: How global growth is unlocking new opportunities for one firm’s lawyers
Addleshaw Goddard partner Graeme Warburton discusses the outfit’s international expansion
From paralegal to partner: My career journey at a major City law firm
BCLP M&A and corporate finance partner Tom Bacon discusses his work and what has kept him at the firm for 14 years
Courts, copyright and crypto: The life of an IP litigator
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
The diverse work of a Bristol finance lawyer
From pandemic business support to advising on solar mini-grids in Lesotho, Burges Salmon associate Luke Addison reflects on his career so far
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
Thriving in law school: A graduate’s secrets to success
The University of Law graduate Nashreen Ahmed shares her unique perspective on navigating legal education, transitioning between university programmes, and building a successful foundation for a career in law
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
Why the best trainees are inquisitive thinkers who see the bigger picture
Mills & Reeve partner Kate Watkins reflects on her career as an employment lawyer, the impact of her in-house experience, and why her trainees never handle bundling
How to secure a training contract: insider tips from a careers expert
A quick-fire Q&A with Kerry Smith, careers consultant at The University of Law
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
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
Mastering AI: Meet the lawyers redefining tech in law
Osborne Clarke associates Tom Sharpe and Thomas Stables discuss the transformative role of AI in reshaping legal practices, offering insights into their specialised approaches and the evolving landscape of technology law
From climate disasters to political instability: Inside the dynamic world of insurance law
RPC partner Lucy Dyson shares insights on her career in insurance law, the evolving global risk landscape, and the value of curiosity and creativity in the field
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
Why life as a planning lawyer is worlds apart from learning land law
Al Watson, Taylor Wessing’s head of UK planning and environment, discusses data centre real estate, early morning starts and how to plan for the future
What it takes to be a successful commercial litigator
Sidley partner Sarah Lainchbury discusses the importance of being organised, the firm's social mobility initiatives, and how her pet dog has supported her 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
Inside one Magic Circle firm’s push for diversity and inclusion
Slaughter and May partner Gayathri Kamalanathan discusses her career path, shares insights into life as a disputes lawyer, and explains how the firm is integrating D&I
Why intellectual property law is the ideal path for science-minded aspiring lawyers
Aaron Cole, senior associate at Ashurst, discusses moving from New Zealand, life as a digital-age IP lawyer, and exploring quaint English towns