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The Role of Paralegals in the Future of the Legal Services Sector

4th December 2019
Paralegals are emerging as a go-to profession. The manner in which the legal sector is developing means that fewer and fewer consumers will be able to afford the services of solicitors or barristers.
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How Do I Get a Career in Law?

4th April 2019
People pursue a career in law for all kinds of reasons, as well as aspiring to different end goals.
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Can You Have a Career in Law without Going to University?

1st March 2019
Michael Shapiro had never really thought about becoming a lawyer. He left school with only one O-level and decided to find work instead of academically progressing. When he was first hired as an office junior at GSC Solicitors in 1988, he had little idea of what career he wanted. 30 years later, Michael is now […]
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Overcoming Early Career Challenges for Women in Law

5th July 2018
Today’s global legal landscape is one that affords attorneys enormous opportunity early in their careers. Meaningful work, career growth, international casework, and financial stability are well within reach for committed associates. But with any opportunities comes challenges. As part of this week’s Law School & Careers features, Lawyer Monthly discusses with Angela Ferrante, Senior Vice […]
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Barclays Teams Up with Major Law Players to Launch Law-Tech Incubator

11th May 2018
Barclays recently launched a new law-tech incubator in partnership with the Law Society. The venture is backed by major law firms, as well as leading universities UCL and The University of Liverpool. Together, they aim to turbo-charge the UK’s law-tech sector, helping companies start up and scale up, and become international leaders in their field […]
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Should You Set up a Paralegal Business?

28th February 2018
Six steps to starting a paralegal business. Law firms are increasingly recruiting paralegals as they offer strong, unparalleled support to barristers and solicitors, especially during busy working periods. Here, Amanda Hamilton from NALP, speaks on how you can open your own paralegal business and its benefits. Now is a good time to start your own […]
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Here’s What Not to Do on Your First Day as a Lawyer

7th December 2017
You just nailed the perfect position and it’s day one, but you’re not really sure what the etiquette is, so naturally you’re nervous and likely don’t know where to start. As part of our Law School & Careers series, Lawyer Monthly hears from experts across the world about key questions and considerations in the legal […]
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What Legal Specialization Is Best Suited for Me?

19th October 2017
As part of our law school & careers features, for paralegals, newly graduates, and those simply hoping to jump into an exciting world of law, here Andrea Hall, Founder and Principle of US based The Hall Law Office, LLC, talks to Lawyer Monthly about choosing a legal career path that will satisfy your needs, challenge your expertise, […]
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How Do I Make Partner?

12th October 2017
Nailing your first paralegal position was difficult enough, now you’re having a real hard time moving upward. So how do you make Partner? Catherine Thomas, Partner and Co-Head of the London team at JMW Solicitors, talks Lawyer Monthly through the plan. Elbowing your way into a law partnership requires a plan. Very few will stumble […]
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A Day in the Life of a Law Trainee

24th July 2017
DLA Piper Trainee Solicitor, Jenn Griffin, talks about a day in the life of a trainee at one of the world's leading law firms.
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