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’What is an LLM?’ and other questions about law postgraduate study
PGDL or GCL? LLM, MA in law or an MPhil? Discover the range of postgraduate courses open to you in law, typical entry requirements and how to decide which course is right for you.
Top networking tips for aspiring lawyers
Networking is a skill that every future lawyer needs to get to grips with. You might be worried about what to talk about in front of graduate recruiters or qualified solicitors but it’s easy to become a networking pro with a little bit of preparation and practice.
Law fairs can pave the way to a training contract
Here are six ways to help you impress legal recruiters at your university law fair and get a step closer to your desired training contract or vacation scheme… just don’t ask recruiters ‘why should I work at your law firm?’
Eight ways to impress law firms on open days
Let’s be clear: open days are not the poor relation to vacation schemes. Consider them a valuable way to research the legal profession and prove your commitment to a graduate career in law.
How to ace your pupillage interview: tips from qualified barristers
Find out about pupillage interview questions, pupillage interview advocacy exercises and more about pupillage interview preparation.
Successful CVs and covering letters for pupillage applications
Some chambers ask job-hunters seeking graduate careers as barristers to submit applications for pupillage in the form of a CV and covering letter.
Be your best self in a law assessment centre group exercise
Most commercial law firms use assessment centres for vac scheme and training contract recruitment, and group exercises are often one of the elements of the day. Make sure you put forward your best self.
Law application form questions: examples of how to answer the extracurricular activities question
‘What are your main interests, activities and pastimes? Please describe any related positions of responsibility you have held.’ Find out how to answer this typical training contract application form question about hobbies.
The top skills you need to be a solicitor
Show law recruiters you have what it takes to be a successful solicitor by including these essential skills in your applications.
What is the solicitors qualifying examination (SQE)?
The SQE explained: discover all you need to know about the new professional qualification that enables you to become a solicitor in England and Wales.
How to become a solicitor with or without a law degree
Take a peek at the road ahead if you wish to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales.
Twelve jobs you can do with a law degree
The skills you gain through legal training are transferable to many different roles beyond qualifying as a solicitor or barrister. As such, recruiters in a range of industries offer jobs to law graduates.
