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The unofficial assessment centre exercises that decide who get big money training contracts

Like Doulingo, law firms have their own version of the 'taxi driver test'

2 days ago
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AI

Lawyers embracing AI but leaving clients in the dark

New research points to a transparency problem

5 days ago
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news SQE Hub

80% of SQE students say route ‘not fit for purpose’ as junior lawyers group calls for urgent review

Concerns around delivery, affordability and impact on wellbeing

6 days ago
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Why you should care about trainee retention rates

The Legal Cheek Podcast explains why this often overlooked stat matters for aspiring lawyers

Apr 7 2026 8:46am
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Bonds, borders and boarding passes: What life as a capital markets lawyer actually looks like

White & Case associate Jack Adachi on the international draw of global finance law and life on the deal

Mar 30 2026 8:38am

Money talks: Inside City law’s eye-watering partner pay

The Legal Cheek Podcast crunches the (big!) numbers

Mar 30 2026 8:36am

White & Case employee claims he was photographed naked while unconscious at firm retreat

Firm says it will 'vigorously' defend 'baseless' claims

Mar 26 2026 3:53pm
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careers SQE Hub

The SQE is tough by design — here’s how to beat it

From building stamina to choosing the right course, ULaw's Daniel Cowan shares what it really takes to pass one of law's toughest tests

Mar 24 2026 10:41am

Do you have what it takes to be a solicitor apprentice?

The Legal Cheek team break down the meteoric rise of the TC alternative – listen now 🎧

Mar 23 2026 8:14am

Another major influencer quits BigLaw

Social media star Ellie Stefanie becomes third high-profile figure to announce they’re leaving

Mar 20 2026 9:18am

‘Do City law firms still favour certain unis?’

Solicitor hopeful has concerns

Mar 19 2026 10:17am
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Kirkland & Ellis partners earned £22,000 a day last year

Premier League footballer levels

Mar 18 2026 1:46pm
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Lawfluencer announces departure from City law after finishing training contract

Vera Mayzel made announcement on Instagram

Mar 18 2026 12:37pm

What does it take to be a solicitor apprentice?

Ceri Evans, programme director for apprenticeships at ULaw, discusses the confidence and skills needed to pursue a legal career straight from school

Mar 17 2026 11:34am