I am currently an unqualified barrister, meaning I have been called to the Bar but have not yet completed pupillage.

Shipping law tends to fall into two areas: contentious and non-contentious.

Top national firm Shoosmiths has announced a new partnership with Aspiring Solicitors, an organisation which works to improve diversity in the legal profession by helping talented candidates from less-privileged backgrounds to improve their skills and access opportunities. 

Find out what Shoosmiths’ emerging talent team is looking for in its new Discover programme for underrepresented groups, how the firm is adopting the Solicitors Qualifying Exam and Laura’s advice for those contemplating a career at the firm. 

History graduate William Moore offers an insight into his journey in securing an associate role at Shoosmiths, as well as his area of expertise – data privacy.

I haven’t been offered a training contract yet – is it too risky to start the LPC without having secured a training contract first?

Hear from Ed Weidman, graduate recruitment partner at leading media and commercial law firm Simkins LLP, as he shares his advice on what the firm wants from its future lawyers and how you can impress in applications. 

As an associate in the private funds team at Simmons & Simmons LLP, Jonny Corrie outlines his experience applying to and working at the firm in this Meet the Lawyer. 

Simmons & Simmons has earned the title of most gay-friendly law firm in the United Kingdom for the second year in a row.

Simon Stephen, legal director at Gowling, opens up about how being honest about his mental health over the years has made for a better working environment.

One thing I didn’t consider when pursuing a career in law is whether I was prepared to sacrifice ‘me time’.

With her role split across investment management, financial institutions regulation and enforcement, and government enforcement and white collar crime, Abigail has gained experience across a range of regulatory advisory work. Read on learn to learn more about careers at Skadden.

Find out about Skadden’s collaborative working style and why the vacation scheme is crucial to your future with the firm, plus read advice on making the most of the scheme from graduate recruitment manager Mathieu.  

As autumn knocks at the door, we’re sure that you’re all getting excited for crunchy leaves, pumpkin spiced lattes, and Chancellor Philip Hammond’s big reveal of the autumn budget (29 October, people, put it in your diaries!). Here at LCN the autumn term signifies the onset of traversing the country for law fair season.

The majority of Manchester-based firm Pannone's business has been acquired by Australian firm Slater & Gordon for a total of £33 million, it has been announced.

Partner Claire Cooke offers a detailed insight into her time at Slaughter and May, from starting as a trainee to being promoted to a partner. 

Find out how you can submit a successful application to Slaughter and May with advice from Ellie Ballinger, the firm’s trainee recruitment executive.