Category: Advice

‘My dream vac scheme wasn’t what I expected’
Cold partners = red flag? asks TC hopeful

‘Any advice on navigating the NQ lawyer market?’
Help requested

5 things to avoid doing on your summer vac scheme
Sidestep these blunders!

‘What do I wear on my vac scheme?’
Fashion advice required

‘I’m about to start my TC in London. Where should I live?’
Trainee needs guidance

‘Is law firm culture really a thing?’
Budding City lawyer seeks advice

‘From civil service to City law – will I secure at TC?’
Career changer seeks guidance

The Black woman’s guide to thriving in law
Make your mark with these essential strategies courtesy of Christianah Babajide

How to boost your commercial awareness
Legal Cheek explains…

How to master LinkedIn as an aspiring lawyer
Network online like a pro

‘I failed SQE1 and lost my TC. Is anyone else in the same boat?’
Needs help on what to do next

5 top tips for mastering law firm networking events
Legal Cheek explains…

‘I’ve secured my first pupillage interview… any advice?’
Budding barrister seeks help

‘I failed SQE2 and need some advice’
Aspiring solicitor seeks guidance

What I wish I’d known as a first year law student
Future trainee solicitor Christian Stocker offers his reflections

Law firm assessment centres: everything you need to know
Video interviews, aptitude tests, group tasks and more