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July 31, 2023

Interview with Milan Pandit: Journey to Becoming a Trainee Solicitor at Leathes Prior

In this article, Diya Gupta interviews Milan Pandit, a promising trainee solicitor with a budding online presence.   Please could you introduce yourself and where you’re […]
February 2, 2023
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Navigating the Non-Traditional Path to Law: A Guide for Non-Law Students

In this article, James Tonge discusses the non-law student's route to becoming a qualified lawyer.
August 11, 2022

Interview with Constance Campbell, a Trainee Solicitor at Winckworth Sherwood LLP

In this article, Diya Gupta interviews Constance Campbell, a trainee solicitor, who is about to finish her first year of training. Constance provides an insight into her journey so far, seats in Planning and Parliamentary, and ambitions for the future. 
February 13, 2022

Tips on Surviving the GDL

In this article, Sinead B shares some advice for students completing the Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL).
June 14, 2021

Interview with Hannah-Mei Grisley, future trainee solicitor at Squire Patton Boggs and co-founder of Let’s Chat Law and 3 Cups of Cha

In this interview, Hannah-Mei Grisley takes us through her intriguing journey of how upon obtained a first- class degree in a non-law discipline, she opted to pursue a career as a solicitor. Recounting her experience, Hannah shares an insight on factors that largely influenced her choice of law courses to focus on. Finally, she gives tips that incoming Legal Practice Course (LPC) students can leverage to scale through.
April 5, 2021

Interview with Yoon So Lee, future trainee solicitor at White & Case

In this article, Jordan Chan interviews Yoon So Lee, a future trainee solicitor at White & Case. Here, Yoon So shares how her non law background has helped her stand out and  how Yoon So networked with firms by attending open days to find the right firm. 
December 6, 2020

Interview with Hari Pannum, future trainee solicitor at Clifford Chance

In this article, Jordan Chan interviews Hari Pannum, a future trainee at Clifford Chance. Hari shares his insight into studying the GDL and why he chose to train at Clifford Chance and what he is most looking forward towards during his training contract.
January 31, 2020

The Accelerated LLB degree: Is It Right For You? 

Perrine Lindsay discusses what the Accelerated LLB degree entails and its appeal to those considering a qualifying law degree as a second degree. She also discusses the difference between this degree and the GDL.
October 10, 2019
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5 Top Tips for the Ultimate GDL Personal Statement

The GDL is a particular type of legal course. Therefore, it requires a particular type of personal statement during the application stage. The admissions tutor for […]