Tag: Solicitors

‘Am I doing my preferred TC seat too early?’

One trainee seeks to boost their chances of qualifying into their ideal department

Feb 24 2023 9:16am
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How I am helping prepare the next generation of lawyers

The College of Legal Practice’s module leader and supervisor Nabeala Fiaz explains how she combines her passion for law and education

Feb 23 2023 9:59am

Home-working lawyers doing longer hours, research finds

Over two-thirds of respondents to new survey say their work-life balance has improved since lockdown

Feb 23 2023 8:52am
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Junior lawyer to deliver aid to earthquake survivors

Sheroze Nadeem leaves for Turkey and Syria on Friday

Feb 22 2023 10:52am
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Opening doors to Black lawyers: How Shearman & Sterling is building a more inclusive workforce

A look inside the top US firm’s paid internship programme

Feb 21 2023 3:19pm

Turkey-Syria earthquake: City law firms rally in support of victims

Simmons, Clydes, Osborne Clarke and Kennedys among outfits providing financial assistance

Feb 21 2023 8:35am
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Inside one of the most followed law firm grad rec Instagram accounts

From office insights to application tips -- here’s why Shoosmiths' popular Insta account is a must-follow for aspiring lawyers

Feb 20 2023 2:00pm

SRA calls on law firms to do more to combat abusive litigation

SLAPPs threaten free speech and the rule of the law, regulator warns

Feb 20 2023 9:55am
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Newly qualified London lawyer goes public with working hours as she warns of burnout risks

Refreshingly honest Insta post follows Legal Cheek research revealing some juniors are regularly clocking-up 12 hour days

Feb 17 2023 10:32am
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Clifford Chance comes top in Stonewall LGBTQ+ rankings

100-strong list features 11 law firms

Feb 17 2023 8:49am

‘I spent over 30 years as a Magic Circle lawyer. Here’s my advice to law students…’

City partner turned tutor at The University of Law Nick Squire offers up his top tips for those seeking to follow in his footsteps, ahead of his appearance at next week's in-person student event in Moorgate London

Feb 16 2023 10:16am

A&O hires ‘Harvey’ chatbot to help lawyers

ChatGPT-style tool can tackle contract analysis, due diligence and more

Feb 15 2023 12:06pm
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‘Unmanageable caseloads’ top source of stress among lawyers

Over 60% have suffered burnout, new research finds

Feb 15 2023 9:33am
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TLT posts 100% trainee retention score

All 11 spring qualifiers stay on

Feb 13 2023 12:25pm
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Vinson & Elkins bumps UK trainee pay to £60-£65k

NQ pay sits at nearly £174k

Feb 10 2023 9:25am
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Torn between the SQE and LPC? Here’s what to consider

BPP's Head of Outreach Jonny Hurst lists the key considerations for students electing between the two solicitor qualification routes

Feb 9 2023 2:52pm