International law firm has launched a new paralegal apprenticeship scheme, with the University of Law set to deliver the study side of the programme. 

One striking difference between school/college and higher education is the need to hold yourself accountable. University learning comes with many new challenges, including the fact that you’re held less accountable by your lecturers and you must take that responsibility into your own hands.  

How does the growing use of ASBOs affect small businesses?

Relationships between the owners and occupiers of residential properties can be fraught with problems.

Should I disclose my disability when I apply for a vacation scheme? Are careers in the legal profession accessible for candidates with disabilities?

What does Brexit mean for the status of EU nationals living in the UK?

I plan on becoming a lawyer but I also have a family – will I have time to see my children?

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week (21 – 27 March). It’s a week to celebrate neurodivergent people, their abilities, skills and contributions they make to society and businesses.

Thanks to my involvement with my local JLD, I’ve been able to build good relations with local firms and junior lawyers working at local firms. Recently I was able to speak with a partner and head of department at one of these firms. He very kindly spent a good half an hour on the phone with me, and we talked about what someone in his position would be looking for in any new potential recruits.

People may choose to use medication to manage ADHD presentations. While the UK is in the middle of a national ADHD medication shortage, which is likely to continue until at least December 2023, people are having real difficulty accessing their prescribed medication to help them manage their presentations.

I know the legal profession can be demanding and competitive, so how do I avoid burnout at work?

Who are Gen Z, and why do they have so much influence on retail markets? 

I want to become a human rights barrister but I keep hearing that only Oxbridge students get pupillages. Is this true?

I’ve recently seen the term LGBTQ+ ally, but what is it and how can I be an authentic ally?

Law firms are always saying how diverse and inclusive they are but how do I decide which firm is the right fit for me?

I’m considering becoming a barrister, but how do I know whether the Bar is right for me?

Starting a training contract is about having an open mind. The reason behind completing four to six different seats is to gain exposure to each of the different departments.

The countdown to my law conversion course has begun. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't looking forward to it, but that might be me wanting to believe Legally Blonde is an accurate portrayal of law school.

In the UK, the defence of insanity has been under scrutiny practically from its conception. It’s a special verdict of ‘not guilty’. If the defence of insanity is used, the sentencing judge may decide on absolute discharge, a supervision order or a full hospital detention.