INSIGHTS

This week we interviewed Jacob Elsdon who is a solicitor apprentice at Osborne Clarke. We also look at the legal perspective of high street bank branch closures and the potential solutions, and for our international outlook we look at the exciting merger between Herbert Smith Freehills and Kramer to create HSFK subject to partner approval. Finally, I give my advice on how to demonstrate key transferable skills without sounding generic to create a genuine and interested candidate profile for future employers. 

2024-11-14

This week we interview George Hannah who is a solicitor apprentice at Lewis Silkin, investigate what lawyers think about AI in law and the legal ramifications of Trump winning the US election. At the end I share some advice learnt the hard way that I hope we can all take on board. 

2024-11-07

In this blog, Laaiba Dar shares her journey from joining Young Professionals at 15 to becoming a dedicated ambassador in Year 13. Motivated by webinars and hands-on experiences like running LinkedIn Headshots at summer conferences, Laaiba built a strong network and discovered the value of seizing opportunities. Her story showcases the impact of the YP community in supporting and inspiring young people on their career paths.

2024-11-03

This week we interviewed Ollie Youngman from HFW, which is a very good interview indeed. We look at HSBC splitting its business into 4 sectors, American firms expanding in Germany and I give my advice on how many applications to apply for.

2024-10-31

In this compelling blog, Jessica Proctor shares her journey from challenging beginnings to career success through apprenticeships. Reflecting on her past, Jessica explores how support networks are essential for young people facing obstacles beyond their control—whether socioeconomic challenges, family responsibilities, or health issues. Her story highlights the transformative impact of mentorship and outreach, inspiring readers to get involved and help create equal opportunities for everyone.

2024-10-27

2024-10-17

Welcome to the 4th edition of CASA; in other words, a very successful starting month for us. I strongly hope you are finding this useful and are inspired to go into interviews confident in yourself and your commercial awareness. This week we interview Ann Welch from Pinsent Masons, discuss the importance of financial dispute resolution, and consider the legal questions around the Chagos islands accession to Mauritius. One month down, many more to look forward to,I know you will enjoy this week's newsletter.

2024-10-10

2024-10-03

Hello, and welcome to our second edition of Commercial Awareness for Solicitor Apprentices(CASA). In this week's newsletter we discuss solicitor apprentice life from the perspective of someone who took a gap year in which they discovered apprenticeship opportunities. We also look at Nintendo suing Palworld for imitating pokemon. For our international outlook we discuss and carefully consider the reasons for international law firms closing down. Finally, there will be a piece of advice from me to close of as someone who is applying to apprenticeships myself this year.

2024-09-26