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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

Jun 2 2023 9:16am
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Career-changing doctor: ‘Can I negotiate my training contract salary?’

I have years of experience and transferable skills

May 6 2022 10:11am
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‘Will doing a PhD damage my chances of a career at the bar?’

I have a fully-funded offer from Oxford Uni

Oct 30 2020 11:33am

Will doing a PhD spell the end of my career in private practice?

Newly qualified solicitor questions a return to education

Nov 16 2016 11:01am

‘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

May 9 2023 11:06am
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‘I failed SQE1 and lost my TC. Is anyone else in the same boat?’

Needs help on what to do next

Mar 19 2024 8:51am
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‘I failed SQE2 and need some advice’

Aspiring solicitor seeks guidance

Mar 1 2024 7:40am

The big Legal Cheek news quiz 2023

It's been a busy old year, but how much do you remember?

Dec 27 2023 8:38am
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‘My supervisor isn’t giving me work’

Trainee needs help

Nov 27 2023 10:29am
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Which practice areas offer the best work-life balance?

Readers' insights required

Sep 28 2023 8:09am
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