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July 8, 2022

Published by Gabrielle Long at July 8, 2022

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Interview with Karen Xiong, an Associate at Latham & Watkins

In this article, Diya Gupta interviews Karen Xiong, a qualified solicitor with over four years of experience, who trained at Linklaters and is now an associate at Latham and Watkins. Karen imparts her experiences in the legal world so far and reflects on her journey as a trainee.

June 30, 2022

Published by Imaan Fatima at June 30, 2022

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Tips for Students

Work Experience

Work experience is essential to develop skills and look appealing to future employers. In this article, Katie Burton shares some top tips to help students find placements.

August 16, 2020

Published by Sophia Gonella at August 16, 2020

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Seeking Legal Experience During COVID-19

Aathira Prakash offers an insight into gaining legal work experience during Covid-19. When applying for legal internships showing transferrable skills from any experience is beneficial. A […]

September 25, 2019

Published by TSL Admin at September 25, 2019

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Globalisation in Action: Two British Students’ Accounts of Legal Internships in China

Article by Nichol Yesuthasan and Kirsten Holtby My name is Nichol and this summer, I was lucky enough to complete a CRCC Asia British Council Generation […]

September 5, 2019

Published by TSL Admin at September 5, 2019

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Are Legal Placements worth an Extra Year at University?

Placements year are becoming the new trend, with universities offering its students the “sandwich year” opportunity to spend in the legal industry. Placement year therefore allows […]