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‘Are my hopes of a career at the commercial bar just a pipe dream?’
I’ve been seduced by the CVs of incoming pupils and I know mine does not exactly shine in comparison, says a reader requiring advice
Junior lawyer: ‘Will spending a year backpacking in Australia kill my career?’
I've got the travel itch
Career-changing doctor: ‘Can I negotiate my training contract salary?’
I have years of experience and transferable skills
‘I’m thinking of taking a gap year after qualifying as a solicitor. Is this career suicide?’
One NQ asks for readers' advice
‘Will doing a PhD damage my chances of a career at the bar?’
I have a fully-funded offer from Oxford Uni
Will doing a PhD spell the end of my career in private practice?
Newly qualified solicitor questions a return to education
‘Help! I can’t secure a training contract’
Shearman & Sterling senior recruitment manager Paul Gascoyne lends his expertise for a special edition of our Career Conundrums series
‘I failed SQE1 and lost my TC. Is anyone else in the same boat?’
Needs help on what to do next
‘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 should I be doing as a new associate?’
NQ seeks advice
‘Is it common for law firms to deduct the cost of your practising certificate from your final pay cheque?’
Departing associate questions deduction
The big Legal Cheek news quiz 2023
It's been a busy old year, but how much do you remember?
Law student: ‘How can I stay focused over Christmas?’
Revision and assignments
‘Should I apply for pupillage in London or the regions?’
Budding barrister needs help
‘My supervisor isn’t giving me work’
Trainee needs help
Trainee: ‘What are your top tips for remaining healthy while busy at work?’
Rookie solicitor needs advice
‘I’m about to start my training contract – any advice?’
Keen to make good impression
‘Non-Russell university with BBBC at A Level — which firms should I apply to?’
Primary goal to make money
Which practice areas offer the best work-life balance?
Readers' insights required