Conducting in-depth research into a law firm before making an application is essential – it'll be challenging to secure a vacation scheme or training contract without doing so. Here’s a succinct guide on how to research law firms when applying for vacation schemes.

Is the use of arbitration still growing among commercial parties in the UK and internationally despite recent challenges?

What are the current trends and future developments for fintech?

How might AI affect the energy transition? 

What is second-screen technology and how should it be regulated?

What are the unique legal considerations surrounding the growing popularity of NFTs?

What can the surge in interest in non-fungible tokens (NFTs) tell us about the future of ownership?

How does the example of the Sainsbury’s takeover of Argos demonstrate the two different types of UK M&A deal and the importance of lawyers being commercially savvy?

Looking for an ‘in’? Open days and insight schemes are invaluable opportunities to meet the people that work for the law firms you’re interested in. You’ll learn about life in the organisation, its culture, the work on offer and much more. Plus, if prepped well, it’s your chance to ace that initial interaction, which will set you up nicely for future encounters and could eventually lead to a training contract.

Wellness is one of the world’s fastest-growing industries with a global market value of $4.5 trillion annually. So, how do you find out what a firm prioritises in terms of employee wellbeing? The first step is to determine what ‘lawyer wellbeing’ actually means.

What’s causing the supply chain crisis and how is it affecting businesses, including law firms?

What are the implications of recent changes to witness statements for solicitors, litigating parties and insurers?

What role have litigation lawyers played in recent headline-making market movements involving big tech in the US and could similar claims arise in the UK?

What are a commercial landlord’s options when a tenant goes bust?

As law firms navigate economic instability and embrace the rise of AI, there’s a fundamental shift in how clients evaluate their services and value.

Networking is a vital skill – not only for aspiring lawyers looking to gain employment or work experience,  but also throughout a qualified lawyer’s career. Solicitors and barristers are always looking to bring in new business, make useful connections and learn more about the legal and business worlds, so networking is a key part of any lawyer’s working life.

Gateley Legal’s training and graduate partner Matt Leech outlines his work in restructuring and explains his role in building Gateley’s Leeds office from the ground up.

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Conducting in-depth research into a law firm before making an application is essential – it will be challenging to secure a training contract without doing so. Here is a succinct guide on how to research law firms when applying for vacation schemes.

The cost of studying for the qualifications to become a solicitor or barrister is an important factor to most people pursuing a career in law. Here’s our guide to the loans and scholarships available for law degrees, as well as the PGDL, LPC, SQE and Bar courses.