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Five minutes with... Georgina Wolfe, barrister at 5 Essex Court
Georgina Wolfe, barrister and pupillage committee member at 5 Essex Court, provides her insider advice on pupillage applications, interviews and how to impress at the TARGETjobs National Pupillage Fair.
How pupillage prepares you for life as a barrister
Pupil barrister Sabrina Nanchahal and mentor Emma Jones explain how their time at One Essex Court has debunked stereotypes and prepared them for life in practice, as well as offering advice for prospective pupils.
Barristers answer your questions on the mini-pupillage application process
We asked barristers Paul Skinner, from Henderson Chambers, and Andrew George, from Blackstone Chambers, about what they look for in mini-pupillage applications and interviews. They sit on mini-pupillage committees and are in the know.
Life as a trainee solicitor: an insider view
Setting your heart on a fulfilling legal career by landing a job at a top law firm is no small ambition. So what makes one training contract stand out from another and which law firms in London should you apply to?
Five minutes with... Erin Hitchens, barrister at XXIV Old Buildings
Erin Hitchens, a barrister specialising in commercial chancery law, shares her thoughts on how to impress pupillage committees in applications and interviews.
Over £6 million of funding up for grabs: how to win yourself a scholarship with an Inn of Court
Can't choose which of the four Inns of Court to join? This information on the scholarships and bursaries they offer to would-be barristers will help make up your mind.
What to do now you’ve completed your LPC – advice from the University of Law
The qualifying process for becoming a solicitor has changed. Read on to discover your next steps if you have completed the ‘old-style’ legal practice course qualification, with advice from an associate professor at the University of Law.
Spotlight on patent attorneys: how to get a graduate job
Competition for trainee patent attorney jobs is tough. Peter Silcock, a partner at J A Kemp, describes the qualifications and skills you’ll need to impress patent attorney firms and what you can expect from the application and interview process.
What is family law? A guide for aspiring solicitors
Family lawyers have to be confidants, investigators, litigators, negotiators and drafting experts, explains Nathaniel Groarke – a partner at Irwin Mitchell LLP.
What is criminal law? A guide for aspiring solicitors
Strong advocacy, listening and communication skills are essential to work in criminal law.
How to become a lawyer in the UK
How do you become a lawyer? And what is the difference between a solicitor, barrister and lawyer? Get familiar with the qualifying process here.
What is banking and finance law? A guide for aspiring solicitors
Banking and finance lawyers usually act for either the lender or the borrower and there’s the potential to work on high stakes, international deals.
