Tag: Solicitors

US trio boost junior City lawyer pay

Exclusive: Rises at Dechert, MoFo and Sidley Austin

Sep 20 2022 11:57am
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Different cultures, different projects: Life on international secondment with a Magic Circle law firm

Time overseas is a prized opportunity among trainees. But what is it actually like, how much support are secondees given and what are the high points and challenges? We asked two A&O secondees about their experiences so far

Sep 20 2022 10:49am

Diversity and wellbeing — a Magic Circle firm’s perspective

From employee networks to bring your dog to work days, Slaughter and May partner Gayathri Kamalanathan explains how this top law firm is focused on building a more inclusive work environment for all staff

Sep 16 2022 10:07am

Top City firms must do more to avoid climate ‘catastrophe’

Don't prioritise profits over the planet, 150 leading lawyers warn in open letter

Sep 15 2022 11:07am
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A day in the life of a crypto lawyer

Norton Rose Fulbright’s Albert Weatherill explains how he got into digital currencies and discusses the cutting-edge work he does for clients in the space

Sep 15 2022 10:33am

Is now the time to dual-qualify?

As US firms become an increasing presence in the UK market, ULaw tutor, criminal advocate and attorney-at-law (California), Matthew Nash highlights some of the advantages of the law school's new US Bar Preparation Course

Sep 13 2022 10:42am

TLT sets science-based 2040 net-zero target

New green goals 'in recognition of the urgency of the global climate crisis'

Sep 13 2022 9:51am

Want to be a shipping and trade lawyer? Develop quick thinking, resilience and geopolitical awareness

Clyde & Co partner, Eleanor Coates, offers insight into the world of marine and trade disputes, ahead of her appearance at tomorrow's virtual student event

Sep 12 2022 12:11pm

Gowling WLG eyes Leeds launch

Move will strengthen housing and regeneration practice, says firm

Sep 12 2022 10:03am
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The role of a restructuring lawyer amid global economic uncertainty

Weil partner Neil Devaney on helping clients in difficulty, not shying away from ‘tough conversations’ and why the firm is well positioned to ride the ups and downs to come

Sep 8 2022 10:23am

What top City partners would tell themselves if they were starting their TCs now

Legal Cheek asks leading lawyers to share their pearls of careers wisdom as firms across the country welcome new trainees

Sep 6 2022 8:40am
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Love Island contestant sets sights on SQE

Tyler Cruickshank to sit first exams in January

Sep 2 2022 9:34am
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What I wish I knew before applying for training contracts

Warwick Uni law grad and future trainee Sophia Hesling offers her top tips to application success

Sep 1 2022 11:07am
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How the Devil became a lawyer

From diabolical blood contracts to a demonic NYC law firm

Aug 31 2022 8:33am
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Do TV legal dramas represent real-life diversity?

New research examines portrayals of diversity (or lack thereof) in popular shows like Suits and Silk

Aug 30 2022 10:38am
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Sustainability and what it means to law firms

Legal Cheek Careers sits down with Mills & Reeve sustainability manager Jessica Wilkes-Ball to discuss the rise of ESG up the corporate agenda

Aug 25 2022 12:51pm