[VIDEO] Do You Understand How A Large Corporate Deal Is Done?

Our latest video offering below provides an account of what its like to work on a big deal at a large corporate firm like Allen & Overy. It includes some useful insights into the role of trainees in a City firm and is valuable research for all budding commercial lawyers. It gives you an idea of some [...]

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The Cheeky Side of the Law

This week’s website review focuses on the law blog, Legal Cheek, which I would highly recommend you check out. It brings a different take on the legal profession compared to the law careers advice websites you may be used to. Refreshing Style What I like most about it is its refreshingly irreverent style of legal [...]

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Training Contract Vacancy, Antony Clapp Solicitors, Kent

Details: We are currently seeking to recruit a Trainee Solicitor Start date June 2013 Salary to be discussed at interview Must have own transport (Wateringbury is a village location) Must be in a position to commence Training Contract in June 2013. Must be able to demonstrate links to Kent or a willingness to relocate. Must [...]

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Pro Bono Law Clinics – A Route To Success

Pro Bono Law Clinics act as a vehicle to provide students with the opportunity to learn by doing, to experience the law in practise and to go beyond theoretical concepts of law and apply the skills outside of the constraints of chalk and talk. The History of Law Clinics Such opportunities first became available in [...]

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How To Structure A Successful Training Contract Covering Letter

Where Can I Get A Template? I am regularly asked for template covering letters for training contract, vacation scheme and paralegal applications. However, there is no one template that is right for everyone. There is also a high risk that any template provided will be used to guide the drafting of the substance of the [...]

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