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Some chambers ask job-hunters seeking graduate careers as barristers to submit applications for pupillage in the form of a CV and covering letter.

Technology progresses rapidly and lawyers must keep up to date with developments.

The legal practice course (LPC) is one of the qualifications you can take to develop your practical skills and legal knowledge, and get a graduate job in law as a trainee solicitor.

A glamorous area of practice for those with a keen interest in the subject matter.

‘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.

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.

Chancery barristers tend to handle big-money disputes and complex legal cases.

Healthcare lawyers rely on the advice of medical experts to inform their work.

What is the route to qualifying as a barrister in England and Wales? What if you haven't got a law degree? And how long will it take? We explain everything you need to know about qualifying as a barrister, finding pupillage vacancies and working life at the Bar.

What is pupillage? Find out what the crucial training period for aspiring barristers involves and what’s in store for pupils.

If you want to combine your STEM degree with the law, a career as a patent attorney could be for you. Peter Silcock, a partner at J A Kemp, reveals what life is like as a patent attorney.

Our ‘what do I do when?’ FAQs and easy-to-follow action plans for each year of study will help you secure a training contract or qualifying work experience.