Tag: Career Conundrums

Non-Russell Group grad: ‘Is the commercial bar out of my reach?’

I'm struggling to get mini-pupillages

Sep 20 2019 9:59am

‘Do law students really have it tough?’

One soon-to-be fresher is concerned about the challenge ahead

Sep 4 2019 10:12am

‘I work for a Big Four accountancy firm but want to be a corporate lawyer’

Early career changer requires readers' advice

Aug 9 2019 10:29am

How can I best prepare for life at a ‘notoriously busy’ US firm?

I’m moving from a mid-tier outfit and want to hit the ground running

May 31 2019 9:51am

Should I stop chasing pupillage?

'I feel like I am going backwards'

Apr 25 2019 10:31am

Should I get someone to sit the Watson Glaser test on my behalf?

'Are they even a true test of lawyerly ability?'

Feb 28 2019 10:28am

How do I tell my training firm I’m accepting an NQ position elsewhere?

One soon-to-be associate needs readers' help

Dec 17 2018 12:40pm

I am quitting my high-flying advertising role to chase my barrister dream

Are there any specific types of legal experience which look more impressive than others?

Nov 29 2018 10:17am
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‘Will my tattoos stop me from becoming a barrister?’

I’ve been told I should be fine, but I'm not so sure

Oct 17 2018 10:41am

How do I fund my Oxbridge law dream?

Any advice is greatly appreciated

Sep 18 2018 11:58am

Will the SQE damage my chances of securing a training contract as a non-law grad?

I want to study politics -- but is it more worthwhile applying for an LLB?

Aug 24 2018 11:03am