Careers

We teamed up with Herbert Smith Freehills to demonstrate how candidates should tackle difficult questions in interviews - and what they should avoid. In part 1, we answer 'why do you want to work for an international law firm?'

Thomson Reuters and Legal Geek have partnered to help drive the development of lawtech. How can we make sure women have a central role in its development? A recent meet-up offered advice for those setting out on their start-up journey.

We gathered two panels to discuss the core skills an aspiring lawyer needs, as well as the technological and process changes that will shape the industry over the coming years. Are you doing everything you can to prepare yourself for the rigours of an evolving profession?

How can you kick-start your career at the Bar? We spoke to three barristers at key stages of the recruitment process to find out how to succeed, starting with a new pupil, who shares tips and experiences on interviews, applications and more.

A strong CV and a confident manner might get you through the door but it’s commercial awareness that hiring partners are really looking for – it could land you your dream training contract. What is it and how do you get it?