How has the work of corporate lawyers changed in recent times, and are clients asking for different things from their lawyers?

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There’s another streaming service in town; car sales are back on the up following difficulty in the industry as a result of the pandemic; and a code of practice has been put together to govern researchers’ work on biological models of human embryos. 

What is the private equity investment model and are the criticisms levelled against it warranted?

What are the investment issues relating to ESG?

I’ve been enjoying reading ‘Never Eat Alone’ by Keith Ferrazzi. It’s a great book to read if you’re interested in learning how to network and build meaningful relationships in your work and business life.

Law fairs are an important stage of the recruitment process that offer you the chance to meet recruiters, trainee solicitors and partners from the law firms you could be joining in the future. Find out more about the opportunities available in our guide to law fairs.

On 22 May 2014 the LawCareers.Net Training & Recruitment Awards celebrated their 11th year with over 200 recruiters, partners, trainees and other friends joining the LawCareers.Net team for a glamorous presentation at Merchant Taylors’ Hall in London.

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.  

How can making a business more sustainable be beneficial?

Becoming a barrister is expensive. Aspiring advocates should investigate funding options for each stage of the process.

Human rights law is essential for a fair and civilised society where all are protected, including the vulnerable, and is a popular choice for students and practitioners.

It’s Pride Month, so this week’s round-up first focuses on the home office’s monumental decision to expand its scheme to wipe historical convictions for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Although this action doesn’t undo the wrongs of the past, it’s a step forward. 

Fiona Stewart is a family law barrister at Queen Elizabeth Building (QEB). Read her advice on mini-pupillages, choosing a practice area and chambers to apply to, and find out what makes QEB stand out in this Meet the Lawyer.

What is the impact of social media on the legal sector?

Whether you’ve played at a competitive level or just for fun, getting involved in sports can be used to demonstrate several skills and mindsets that law firm recruiters want to see in interviews or applications.

The pupillage application process continues as hundreds of aspiring barristers prepare for interviews this month – online and in person. Read this key advice on how to prepare for the final stage of pupillage selection.

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.

Can we expect to see more private law claims in the UK courts seeking damages for breach of competition law?