Tag: The University of Law

Top commercial awareness topics to watch for this training contract application season
From AI to interest rates -- lawyers have their say

How to build the skills and confidence for SQE success
Robina Amalathas, a student at The University of Law in Southampton, shares her take on campus life, studying in the city, and staying motivated during her legal studies

The key skills aspiring lawyers need to master exams and thrive in law
Ali Wylie, a lecturer at The University of Law, offers his advice to those seeking a training contract

Leeds uncovered: A law student’s insider guide
ULaw student Lewis Francis shares insights on campus life, the perks of studying in Leeds, and how he stays busy outside his studies

From US stocks trader to the SQE
ULaw student Brian Ngure gives his top tips for SQE success

Thriving in law school: A graduate’s secrets to success
The University of Law graduate Nashreen Ahmed shares her unique perspective on navigating legal education, transitioning between university programmes, and building a successful foundation for a career in law

How to secure a training contract: insider tips from a careers expert
A quick-fire Q&A with Kerry Smith, careers consultant at The University of Law

What does AI really mean for aspiring lawyers? A tech expert explains
ULaw’s Patrick Grant deep dives into the potential benefits and pitfalls of AI in law

How to choose the right law firm for you
ULaw campus dean Sandie Gaines discusses her experience in employment law and how students can prepare for upcoming applications

How the SQE is opening up new routes to qualification in publicly funded practice areas
There are few practice areas more interesting than crime, says David Green, Academic Manager and criminal law lecturer at ULaw Birmingham

The best bits from the Legal Cheek-ULaw Summer 2024 Virtual Vac Scheme
A handy summary of the week’s workshops and presentations

‘My SQE journey as a non-law student with dyslexia’
ULaw student Freya Patten shares her experience of the SQE and her transition from a science grad to future lawyer

What you need to be doing to secure a training contract
John Watkins, Director of Employability at ULaw, talks AI in TC applications, adaptability, and excelling at virtual events

ULaw student reaches Miss GB London final
Kiran Nirvan will compete in July

Thriving careers, vibrant culture: Why Manchester is a magnet for aspiring lawyers
Catherine Morgan, ULaw employability group manager, discusses her varied career and what aspiring Mancunian lawyers can expect from a career in the city

How to get the most out of your law degree
Kelly Rowney, senior lecturer at ULaw and PhD candidate, dives into working as an academic, life in Leeds, and top tips for undergrads

From nursing to medical negligence solicitor
ULaw campus manager, Anne Robertson, discusses her varied career and her experience of moving into law from a non-law background

What went down at LegalEdCon 2024
Legal Cheek's annual conference gathered together key figures from across the profession to discuss skills gaps, innovations, apprenticeships, SQE and more

How one law school is planning to fill junior lawyers’ learning gaps
Director of Professional Development at ULaw, Jim Moser, explains the missing links in legal training and how the education giant is tackling them

‘Omnishambles’: Law school bosses react to SQE exam fiasco
Mix of concern and anger

Your official rundown of the Legal Cheek-ULaw Spring 2024 Virtual Vacation Scheme
Leading lawyers talk deals, projects, private equity and more