Galina Usorova shares her journey cross qualifying as a solicitor in the UK after practising in Russia and provides insights into her role in the fraud and asset recovery team at Stephenson Harwood LLP. Plus, she outlines a high-profile case where she acted for a Russian businessman who was resisting a claim brought by two banks.

Can lab-grown meat justifiably be given the same legal status as conventional meat and what regulatory implications would this have?

Private equity lawyers specialise in providing legal advice and assistance to private equity firms and their clients.

The law is stepping up its game when it comes to diversity and we’re starting to see a real push to make things more inclusive these days, which is pretty exciting to see. There are more and more initiatives aimed directly at underrepresented groups. It’s all about creating opportunities and making sure that everyone, no matter their background, has a fair shot at success. A few standout examples of this shift include scholarships, charities, open days and broader diversity access schemes.

In applying the term artificial intelligence (AI) in the boardroom, AI will be defined as the use of computers to assist, support, collaborate or even duplicate directors’ behaviours.

Video interviews have become the norm at law firms, barristers' chambers and other employers since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Although the easing of restrictions may be signalling a return to normality, you can be certain that law firms and barrister chambers will continue to use video interviewing in some capacity for the time being. There are some key differences between interviewing over webcam and in person, so it is important to be prepared.

Video interviews became the norm at law firms, barristers' chambers and other employers following the transition online in March 2020, and it’s clear that they’re here to stay. There are key differences between interviewing over a webcam and in person, so it’s important to be prepared.

Luke Deacon (he/him) studies the LPC MSc in Law, Business and Management at The University of Law’s Guildford campus.

The long road, from starting your legal studies to becoming a fully qualified solicitor or barrister, can feel lonely. For me, one of the most difficult aspects of starting my journey into law was knowing what I was getting myself into! 

The relevance of the technology used within law firms is heightened by the current era of rapid digital transformation and the effects of covid-19.

It’s a little-known fact that approximately half of solicitors in the UK come from non-law backgrounds. If you're a non-law student considering a career as a solicitor, your unique skills and insights aren’t just welcomed – they're highly valued because the legal profession appreciates diverse experiences and perspectives.

Hear from Aruse Okaisabor, an associate in Ashurst’s digital economy team, about her journey to qualification and life as a lawyer at a global law firm. 

Has the 2017 Budget actually made any big changes?

William Allen is a solicitor in the private equity and transactions team. He outlines how his work experience prepared him for a career in law and the opportunities he’s got involved in so far at Ropes & Gray.

Large organisations in the UK, US, Australia, and elsewhere had experimented with and seen success from what became known as disability hiring programmes – targeted efforts to recruit and retain talent within disability categories.

Family law barristers deal with all legal matters relating to marriage, separation, divorce and cohabitation, as well as issues relating to children, including contact arrangements, care and placement orders, adoption and surrogacy.

A law degree and legal training are highly sought after by employers and members of the legal profession.

The Bar Council is the voice of the barrister profession in England and Wales.

Environmental law and legislation are powerful tools that can positively impact the effects of climate change. The law can be used to hold governments, businesses, and individuals to account for the damage they've caused that contributes to climate change.

Over the summer holidays, I inhaled most of the top TV shows and movies on Netflix. After the latest season of Stranger Things, I’m at a point where I’m thinking of dropping my Netflix subscription, I just can’t find any shows on Netflix that appeal to me anymore.