Tag: Students

Mastering the SQE: Insider tips from a programme leader
The College of Legal Practice’s Kathryn Newton discusses the evolution of legal education, the challenges of the SQE, and the essential skills aspiring lawyers need to thrive in practice

Your official rundown of the Legal Cheek-ULaw Winter Virtual Vacation Scheme 2024
Leading lawyers give the lowdown on competition, technology, disputes and more!

Barbri strikes SQE deals with unis Derby, Bradford and Liverpool John Moores
Exam prep built into LLMs

BSB approves barrister apprenticeships for school leavers
Regulator endorses framework for new pathway to the bar

Regulator commissions independent review of SQE
Will assess whether new pathway is on track to achieving its objectives

My SQE journey at a global law firm
Reed Smith trainee Camille Pellicano shares her journey from Malta to London and the firm’s innovative SQE training

From Magic Circle lawyer to supporting the next generation as a law lecturer
ULaw’s Guy Grayson discusses his varied career

SQE2 pass rate dips slightly to 74%
Over 900 students sat latest exams

‘I studied distance learning and aced SQE1. Here’s how I did it.’
SQE student Brian Okwaisie discusses balancing revision strategies and why he chose BPP

How one lawyer swapped the West End stage for global disputes
Reed Smith’s Laura-May Scott discusses the dramatic pull of contentious work and her advice for aspiring solicitors

Meet the TikTokin’ law students sharing a glimpse into their daily lives
From part-time jobs to constitutional law lectures to dance classes – these law students keep busy!

How corporate law firms work: 5 things you need to know
Shoosmiths lawyers explore how law firms integrate into the business ecosystem, collaborate with in-house legal teams, and secure and retain clients

Top commercial awareness topics to watch for this training contract application season
From AI to interest rates -- lawyers have their say

How to build the skills and confidence for SQE success
Robina Amalathas, a student at The University of Law in Southampton, shares her take on campus life, studying in the city, and staying motivated during her legal studies

Funding cuts to solicitor apprenticeships threaten social mobility, training providers warn
Labour plans to withdraw levy funding for some Level 7 programmes, though which ones remain unknown

The key skills aspiring lawyers need to master exams and thrive in law
Ali Wylie, a lecturer at The University of Law, offers his advice to those seeking a training contract

Legal helpline finds new home at Nottingham Law School
Students offer practical and emotional support

A top US law firm partner talks client relationships, commercial trends and the importance of ‘finding your tribe’
We sit down with Goodwin Procter's Ravi Chopra to explore his journey in law

My unique path to becoming a lawyer at a leading personal injury law firm
Fletchers legal executive, Libby Ansbro, shares insights on her non-traditional path into law, exploring university alternatives and the invaluable skills she’s honed at the firm