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By Beth Lane 13 Sep 2022 6 min read

How to network when job hunting

When it comes to job hunting people get overwhelmed by numerous strategies put at their disposal Some may send hundreds of applications to companies hiring employees while others may reach out to acquaintances within the industry to help secure a job Nonetheless it all comes down to one thing networking

By Beth Lane 13 Sep 2022 9 min read

10 tips to shine in the eyes of the recruiter

Searching for a new job can be exhausting and full of challenges Recruiters interview a lot of candidates for a single vacancy so it takes a lot to impress them and get noticed It s a real struggle to stand out among the crowd so even if you are technically

By Laura Cronin 30 Aug 2022 2 min read

Top budgeting tips for law students

We recently spoke to Shivani Sehmi Shivani is a Legal Practice Course student and future trainee solicitor Shivani provided us with some budgeting tips for law students looking to better manage their money We hope this prove helpful whatever stage of study you are currently at Calculate your monthly outgoings

By Mathew Martins 25 Aug 2022 6 min read

Qualities of Highly Paid Lawyers

Individuals companies and businesses may find themselves in need of a knowledgeable and trustworthy legal expert's advice in a challenging perplexing or difficult circumstance A skilled lawyer could dramatically and favourably affect the life of a client Lawyers stand up for people during some of the most difficult periods in

By Rumaan Naeem 22 Aug 2022 6 min read

How to Negotiate a Higher Salary

It is not unexpected that many people find it difficult to request higher pay Especially once their job hunt is over and they have an offer They do not want to risk the opportunity now that they've made it this far However as the UK HR experts point out hiring

By Ella Richardson 16 Aug 2022 7 min read

What to do After Graduating with a Law Degree?

You do not have to become a solicitor to pursue a profession in law Other professions will value your credentials if you've earned a law degree or a graduate diploma in law Barrister Chartered legal executive Conveyancer Judicial assistant Low cost lawyer Legal cashier Legal secretary Paralegal Probate practitioner Researcher

By RoxanneB 09 Aug 2022 5 min read

What it’s like to be a Paralegal at Devonshires

Introducing Megan Megan Laffey is a paralegal at leading law firm Devonshires Megan kindly shared her journey to a legal career what it s like in her role as a paralegal on an average day and tips she d share with aspiring legal professionals My journey to a legal career

By Mathew Martins 29 Jul 2022 8 min read

Are Lawyers Underpaid?

Many people may be drawn to the legal profession in the hope of getting big salaries but the reality may be considerably different The type of job you do the type of firm or organisation you work for your experience skills and your employer's location all significantly impact the earnings

By Heather Davis 28 Jul 2022 5 min read

What is Expected of Trainee Solicitors?

What do trainee solicitors do What are their main responsibilities These are typical questions the applicants for solicitor training contract have in mind Depending on your practice group the kind of agreements or problems you are working on and how busy the department is the work a trainee solicitor does

By Oscar Collins 26 Jul 2022 6 min read

Starting work as a virtual paralegal: what should you know?

Working as a paralegal is a great way to break into the legal industry Now that remote work has become more common you have the option of starting work as a virtual paralegal giving you more flexibility than ever before Virtual paralegals also called contract or freelance paralegals perform administrative

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