Law

Introduction to Law

• Understand the need for and importance of law

• Learn about what lawyers do and the most common types of lawyers (including Solicitors, Barristers and Paralegals)

• Explore the different practice areas within law and understand the typical work associated with each specialism (including corporate, international, and family law)

Overview of the Law Industry

• Explore the differences between private practice law firms and inhouse law teams

• Become familiar with who the high profile and renowned law firms are, and understand how they are segmented in the market

• Learn how law firms are structured internally and what each team member is responsible for

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University Guidance and Career Mentorship

• Gain advice on how to enhance your UCAS application, personal statement, and CV to maximise your university, law school and legal career prospects

• Receive mentorship on how to best position yourself for a career in law covering:

  • Optimal A-Level and IB subject choices

  • Which universities top law firms target their hiring on

  • What degree choices maximise your ability to break into the industry

  • The different types of internships, work experience and volunteering roles (both legal and non-legal) available to you and how to be successful in obtaining these

How to Qualify as a UK Lawyer

• Explore the range of education and career routes you can access to qualify as a lawyer in the UK, understanding the distinct characteristics of each and which is best for you (including LPC, training contract conversion courses, and SQE)

• Understand the duration, time requirement needed and expectations throughout each stage of the qualification process

• Explore how to increase your chances of receiving company sponsorship for law school, training, and qualification to cover qualification costs

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Skills to Succeed as a Lawyer

• Understand and learn the technical knowledge and soft skills needed to succeed as a lawyer

• Learn how to demonstrate transferable skills from your studies and work experiences, and adapt them for a career in law

Case Study: Experience Being a Solicitor

• Explore the specialist field of contract law and experience the fundamental responsibilities required of solicitors in this area

• Understand the importance and widespread presence of contract law, the components that make up a legally binding contract, and the legislation which governs contract law

• Practice reviewing and drafting legal contracts as a solicitor, and learn how to negotiate new conditions, warranties and innominate terms on behalf of your clients

• Learn how to handle disputes that arise from contracts and how to advise clients on the best course of action in contract-related matters

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Q&A And Networking

• Meet lawyers and professionals working in the legal sector from world-renowned law firms specialising in corporate law, international law, family law, criminal law, and more

• Engage in networking sessions and grow your professional network by building connections for your future

• Have your questions answered by actively working professionals in the legal sector

• Succeed as a lawyer by gaining inside tips / industry secrets obtainable only from those who have worked in the industry

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