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27th April 2012
The contentious Legal Aid Bill has caused huge disquiet in the legal profession and also in the House of Lords, who have blocked the bill again earlier this week. Some say that time is running out for this controversial bill as the government has...
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22nd March 2012
As I'm sure you will all be aware; training contracts are very difficult to come by. After reading the 'Real World' magazine, I realised this to an even greater extent.
They stated that the next year could prove even tougher for recent law...
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20th March 2012
QualitySolicitors' advertising campaign will undoubtedly be a milestone for the legal profession, with an unprecedented action of 8,000 TV adverts being shown in May to promote QualitySolicitors' services. An introductory advert will be shown on Sunday...
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13th March 2012
LawVest declare that they are "changing the way legal services are delivered".
They have recently unveiled Riverview Law, which is a fixed-price law firm operating through Riverview Solicitors and Riverview Chambers. They believe that attractive...
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2nd February 2012
After the Legal Services Act 2007 went live on 3rd January 2012, there has already been developments in the legal market. Australia's Slater & Gordon, the world's first listed legal practice, is to enter the UK market after agreeing to buy national...
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2nd February 2012
Just to remind you all that vacation schemes are a great way of gaining experience in the legal profession and also acquiring knowledge on specific law firms. A lot of students obtain training contract interviews following a vacation scheme as it is...
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5th December 2011
Just to let you know that I will be holding a LexisNexis table day tomorrow between 2-4.
Come along if you would like to win either: £50 cash, an iPod dock/speakers worth £120 or a golfing trip for two to Alnick castle worth £78! There will...
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23rd November 2011
You should always be thinking 'how can I make my CV better?'. Having a strong CV or application is essential. You can't merely rely on good grades as law firms are always looking for applicants that stand out from the crowd and can demonstrate that...
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23rd November 2011
Gaining exposure to law firms is crucial in helping make your decisions as to where you want to apply for Vacation Placement Schemes and Training Contracts. Therefore, I would advise all students to attend as many law firm presentations or open days as...
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25th October 2011
Hi all,
Just to let you know that there is a law fair being held at Northumbria University Main Campus Sports central on Tuesday 1st November between 11.00-15.00.
You will be able to meet a range of legal organisations to find out about...
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