Tag: Career Conundrums

‘I failed SQE1 and lost my TC. Is anyone else in the same boat?’
Needs help on what to do next

‘I’ve secured my first pupillage interview… any advice?’
Budding barrister seeks help

‘I failed SQE2 and need some advice’
Aspiring solicitor seeks guidance

‘What should I be doing as a new associate?’
NQ seeks advice

‘How did everyone find the SQE?’
One solicitor hopeful says they feel 'pretty deflated'

‘Is it common for law firms to deduct the cost of your practising certificate from your final pay cheque?’
Departing associate questions deduction

‘What’s everyone’s home-working policy? I’m basically back five days in the office’
Is WFH over? questions associate

‘Should I mention my TC offers in pupillage applications?’
Former aspiring solicitor now seeks career at the bar

Law student: ‘How can I stay focused over Christmas?’
Revision and assignments

‘Should I apply for pupillage in London or the regions?’
Budding barrister needs help

‘My supervisor isn’t giving me work’
Trainee needs help

Trainee: ‘What are your top tips for remaining healthy while busy at work?’
Rookie solicitor needs advice

‘I’m about to start my training contract – any advice?’
Keen to make good impression

‘Non-Russell university with BBBC at A Level — which firms should I apply to?’
Primary goal to make money

‘I’ve had to re-sit exams, can I still get a training contract?’
LPC graduate seeks help

‘Should I tell my boss I’m taking holiday for a vac scheme?’
One budding commercial solicitor seeks a safe route away from financial career

Will training in-house hold me back from private practice?
An aspiring lawyer questions qualifying at legal tech boutique

‘Is an LLM worth delaying my Magic Circle training contract?’
Future rookie seeks advice

‘I keep making mistakes. Should I quit my internship?’
One solicitor hopeful requires readers’ reassurance