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Culture, clients and closing deals: demystifying the fast-paced world of debt finance
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From sandbox to stalemate: Why UK fintech firms are looking across the Atlantic
Cambridge History student Theo Innes explains the challenges facing digital banks in the UK and why a transatlantic move might seem appealing
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The anatomy of a leveraged finance deal — with White & Case
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Why STEM students make great lawyers 2025 — with Bird & Bird, Bristows, Clifford Chance and Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
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Culture, clients and closing deals: demystifying the fast-paced world of debt finance
White & Case’s London debt finance group on the buzz of transactional work, complex finance deals and their advice for aspiring lawyers
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Building a career in finance law at a leading US firm’s London office
Emilie Stewart, finance partner at Sidley, talks about her rise through the ranks, supporting the progress of more junior lawyers, and advice for aspiring lawyers
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From sports science to SQE: One aspiring lawyer’s journey
Giulia Zanardini shares her experience studying at The University of Law and what inspired her to pursue a career in law
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Watch now: How to research law firms like a pro
Campus Director of The University of Law, Aruna Verma, shares her top tips and strategies for nailing firm research
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From safe cracking to fraudster tracking: How one City lawyer built a career in global investigations
Mayer Brown counsel Chris Roberts tells Legal Cheek Careers about his work at the sharp end of investigations and fighting fraud
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From sandbox to stalemate: Why UK fintech firms are looking across the Atlantic
Cambridge History student Theo Innes explains the challenges facing digital banks in the UK and why a transatlantic move might seem appealing
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Facing the refinancing cliff: Why a global maturity wall may drive a surge in corporate restructuring
Oxford law grad Evina Yadav discusses how an approaching debt 'maturity wall' could affect the UK's economy
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Football’s new watchdog: The act that could change the game forever
Bristol grad Marcus Hopkins explains the creation of the Independent Football Regulator and what it means for England's most popular sport
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Navigating the drone dilemma: Legal loopholes and flying over historic sites
County Court advocate and drone pilot, Jalal Chohan, takes a look at drone regulation in the UK
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Post-Brexit youth mobility: What a new visa deal means for UK law, business and talent
MA law conversion student Maryam Ali reflects on the impact of the potential new visa deal
