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Legal ‘V-Level’ set for 2028 launch

Equivalent to one A-Level

Mar 11 2026 9:43am
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How to convert a vac scheme into a TC offer

8 tips for crossing that final hurdle

Mar 6 2026 8:47am
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SRA requires students to disclose SQE prep to access results

Follows provider pass rate data issue

Mar 3 2026 8:51am
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‘You have to be a dog with a bone’: A barrister-turned-solicitor on resilience and rights work

Legal Cheek Careers sits down with Imogen Hamblin to discuss a career spanning the bar, employment discrimination and legal education

Mar 2 2026 2:57pm

What law firms really want to see in your TC application

The Legal Cheek Podcast discusses the tips and tricks to make a strong impression -- listen now 🎧

Mar 2 2026 8:54am

Former Magic Circle trainee who vlogged legal life reveals she’s quit BigLaw

Traded a six-figure salary for backpacking

Feb 26 2026 9:11am
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Latest SQE2 pass rate hits 78%

1,342 candidates sat latest assessment

Feb 25 2026 8:54am
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SQE students must apply for reasonable adjustments earlier under new rules

Regulator tweaks support policy

Feb 23 2026 10:56am

Why Liverpool is one of law’s best-kept secrets

Nicola Walker shares her journey from a real estate lawyer to campus manager at The University of Law Liverpool

Feb 23 2026 10:08am
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A future trainee’s path from English and French law to preparing for the SQE

The University of Law student Bernie Thomas reflects on her journey so far

Feb 17 2026 12:21pm

What does being a disputes lawyer actually involve?

The Legal Cheek Podcast looks at everything from class actions to litigation funding -- listen now 🎙️

Feb 16 2026 8:50am

Top barristers and rappers unite to challenge use of rap lyrics in criminal trials

Concerns over conflating 'art with evidence'

Feb 10 2026 9:07am
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‘My journey from marine biology to practicing AI governance at a global law firm’

Simmons & Simmons partner Peter Lee about his varied career and the firm’s approach to legal tech

Feb 9 2026 8:56am

Curveball TC interview questions (and how not to panic)

'If you were a tree, what kind would you be and why?'

Feb 9 2026 8:56am
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City law, the SQE and staying sane: How to survive the journey to qualification

Legal Cheek Careers chats to lawyer-turned-ULaw programme and student lead Karen Watts

Feb 5 2026 12:04pm
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Aspiring lawyer loses claim against Clyde & Co over training contract rejections

City player successfully defends claim, though judge criticises handling of applications

Feb 4 2026 12:21pm
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