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SQE tips from a future trainee solicitor

Alex Goodman, future trainee and ULaw student ambassador, discusses his SQE experience, from revision strategies to social life

6 days ago

The three key skills you need to secure a training contract

Kirsty Stanway, careers consultant at The University of Law, discusses the skills aspiring lawyers need to succeed, how the SQE is changing legal careers and the best bits about being a careers consultant

Jun 19 2025 7:30am

Top firms, exciting clients and an affordable lifestyle: what Birmingham has to offer aspiring lawyers

Kathy Garside, programme and student lead of the SQE programme at ULaw Birmingham, discusses her career journey, advice for aspiring solicitors and the best things about the city's legal market

Jun 17 2025 9:07am

The inside scoop on the Legal Cheek-ULaw Summer Virtual Vac Scheme 2025

We share the lowdown on a busy week of sessions from top lawyers and legal education experts

Jun 16 2025 8:23am
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The biggest challenge of the SQE – and how to overcome it

Hannah Uglow, SQE & LPC programme and student lead at ULaw, discusses the best and worst things about the exams and shares her top tips on how to tackle them

Jun 9 2025 9:08am
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Is SQE passing the diversity test?

Dr Morag Duffin, Director of Student Success, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at ULaw, reflects on the findings around minority group performance under the new assessment regime

May 28 2025 7:35am

Non-law students: why conversion courses remain a ‘crucial’ stepping stone to becoming a lawyer

Phyllida Roberts, head of law conversion courses at ULaw, shares her advice for non-law students preparing for a legal career

May 21 2025 8:59am

The lowdown on LegalEdCon 2025

Legal Cheek's annual conference gathered together key figures from across the profession to discuss GenZ, SQE, apprenticeships, skills gaps and more

May 16 2025 2:34pm
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‘I’m halfway through the SQE – here’s what it’s really been like’ 

Alysia Hoe, future trainee solicitor and SQE student at ULaw, discusses staying motivated on the SQE and finding your route into law

Apr 8 2025 8:31am

Inside the Legal Cheek–ULaw Spring Virtual Vacation Scheme 2025: Key moments and takeaways

Insider insights on everything from real estate and restructuring to tax, disputes and trainee tips

Apr 4 2025 11:12am

Why life as a litigator is nothing like you see on TV 

We spoke to ULaw’s Nicole Kalli, lecturer and former litigator, about her move from practice to teaching and what it’s really like to work in disputes

Mar 27 2025 1:13pm

Why Bristol could be the perfect place to start your legal career

Amanda Crutchley, head of pro bono at ULaw, shares her insights on life in criminal defence and the power of pro bono for aspiring lawyers

Mar 11 2025 8:34am

The power of pro bono: Gaining skills and standing out in law 

James Mannouch, ULaw pro bono coordinator and Liverpool Law Society president, shares insights on breaking into law, pro bono's value, and practical experience

Mar 6 2025 9:05am

Cracking the bar course: Expert insights from a former barrister

Pauline Walker, academic manager at ULaw and former barrister, shares her insights on the key skills aspiring barristers need and how students can set themselves up for success on the Bar Practice Course

Feb 24 2025 3:20pm
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Lessons learned from life at the bar

Susan Starr, ULaw campus manager and former barrister, shares insights on transitioning to teaching, developing litigation skills, and preparing students for a changing legal landscape

Feb 21 2025 9:55am
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SQE hacks every aspiring lawyer needs to know

Alice Kemp, ULaw student and future US law firm trainee, shares insights on the SQE, securing a training contract, and staying motivated through qualification

Jan 30 2025 8:44am

Essential advice for aspiring barristers from a bar course leader

Beverley Dawes, head of the Bar Practice Course at ULaw, offers her advice on getting work experience, dealing with rejection and acing interviews

Jan 15 2025 8:54am

Why is Newcastle a top destination for law students?

Campus ambassador at The University of Law, Poppy Baverstock gives an insight into life on campus, her favourite study spots and the best things about studying in northern city

Jan 13 2025 8:25am
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Your official rundown of the Legal Cheek-ULaw Winter Virtual Vacation Scheme 2024

Leading lawyers give the lowdown on competition, technology, disputes and more!

Dec 9 2024 12:00pm
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From Magic Circle lawyer to supporting the next generation as a law lecturer

ULaw’s Guy Grayson discusses his varied career

Dec 2 2024 12:24pm

Top commercial awareness topics to watch for this training contract application season

From AI to interest rates -- lawyers have their say

Nov 19 2024 8:16am