If you have recently graduated with a law degree – congratulations. If you are about to take your final exams – good luck. If you are reading this article, you’re probably wondering what to do once you have graduated. Have you considered becoming a paralegal? Here are some reasons why you should…

The first year of university is a fantastic time to start scoping out where you want your degree – and eventually your career – to take you.

Do private equity firms need to be more responsible or simply more transparent?

What does the abolition of the Operating and Financial Review (OFR) mean for companies?

The woman I was a month ago and the woman I am today are two very different people and it’s all thanks to beginning my Bar Vocational Studies course at City, University of London.

In this week’s commercial news round-up, we look at some updates on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Plus, IVF laws are changing and Barclays share prices have dropped while Mattel’s prices have soared. Find out more in the round-up.

In the second round-up of February, we look at the recently published GDP figures; planning permission approvals for sustainable skyscrapers in London; fashion retailers’ attempts to navigate new imposed trade tariffs; and the impact of Brexit on zoo breeding programmes. 

Do you have any advice for a successful video interview or virtual assessment centre?

As more law schools and universities reveal the fees students can expect to pay for Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE) preparation courses, the Junior Lawyers Division has said that fears that the new ‘super exam’ would fail to drive down the average cost of becoming a lawyer have been confirmed.

I’d like to apply for one of the LawCareersNetLIVE conferences, but I’m not sure which event to choose?

Will radical employment reforms get the balance right between encouraging growth and protecting employees?

This year I’m going into my final and ‘most important’ year of university. Previously, I’ve discussed the third-year content I’ll be covering and some preparation tips for approaching the next year of your degree. However, I also thought it’d be beneficial to share my thoughts and feelings approaching the beginning of term.

What caused the world's financial system to enter the greatest crisis for at least a century?

All my vacation scheme applications have been rejected. What do I do now?

Is current inheritance tax legislation fit for purpose? And can we expect to see change?

What needs to be proved so that a claim for the recovery of staff time can succeed in litigation?

Identifying the lasting effects of changes occurring within the business and legal worlds is crucial to demonstrating good commercial acumen. Think about the impact that such changes might have on a particular industry, your target firm’s clients and the firm itself. Read this week’s commercial news round-up for insight into some of the news stories from the past week.

What does a business client need to know about the new 'REITs' (real estate investment trusts)?

In recent years the four Inns of Court have dished out millions of pounds in awards.

Another week and another commercial round-up summarising the latest coronavirus developments.