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I just completed Herbert Smith Freehills's Solicitor Apprentice. In the simulation I: Completed a job simulation involving contract dispute resolution for the Dispute Resolution team at HSF. Conducted comprehensive legal research, identifying relevant case law and precedents to support client positions. Analysed and synthesised complex legal information, drafting clear and concise legal memos that highlighted key findings and strategic recommendations. Developed strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, effectively applying legal principles to real-world scenarios and proposing actionable solutions to client disputes.

Excited to attend the LawCareers.Net masterclass sponsored by Addleshaw Goddard and TLT LLP! 🌟 This session will dive into the differences between regional, national, City, and US law firms, providing insight into what it’s really like to work in each environment. With insights from panellists like Scott Stephenson, trainee at Addleshaw Goddard; Alex Knight, early careers business partner at Hill Dickinson; and Claire Graham, partner at TLT, we’ll dive into the benefits, training differences, and gain valuable tips for application success. Looking forward to enhancing my understanding of the legal landscape and connecting with like-minded peers. #LawCareers #LegalProfession #Masterclass #LawTraining #FutureSolicitor

Rebecca McCaughan, a recent solicitor, emphasizes the value of doing the basics well in the legal field. As part of Herbert Smith Freehills’ graduate program, she's eager to learn, ask questions, and embrace technology. Read her insights on her legal career path, secondment, and life without law in this interview. https://hubs.la/Q02psLRQ0 #LegalProfession #CareerJourney #LegalCareer #LegalInsights

Managing Partner, Rick Street, explains how Carmody’s Summer Associate Program allows law students to experience different types of law. To learn more about Carmody’s Summer Associate program, view our video here:  https://lnkd.in/eHYGdMmC

Lili Martin-Mashburn, 36, is a partner at Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP in Raleigh, North Carolina. Here are a question and answer from the new Q&A with her up now on Law.com. 𝗤: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁? A: As I mentioned, I wanted to be a student in my career. I like learning new things and staying on the cutting edge. There are always new learning opportunities. There’s a lot of creativity in figuring out how to get to where the client wants to be in the most tax-efficient way. https://lnkd.in/ggGExKJf

Are you interested in law? Do you want a real insight into the profession? And do you want to hear it from the experts? Then check out Clifford Chance's One Law Firm event, taking place on the 10th of October. At the event, you'll hear from lawyers and senior partners at they talk about their journeys within the firm, offer an insight into what it takes to build client relationships and get complex deals over the line, and discuss how the firm delivers real value for a wide array of global clients 💡 Past attendees have found this event really helpful for securing their training contract with Clifford Chance, as the insight into the firm they've gained has helped set their application apart from the crowd 🏆 Sign up to attend virtually with the link in the comments, and if you want any more information about the array of roles Clifford Chance have on offer, then just drop me a message 🤩 #WhereBrightMindsMeet #CareersInLaw #WiserAcademy #CliffordChanceWiserAcademy #LawStudents #StudyLaw #LawEvent #LawStudentEvent #TrainingContract

I’m really excited to moderate my second masterclass for LawCareers.Net this Thursday, focused on commercial awareness. This session will be packed with insights and practical tips to help you navigate the commercial landscape with confidence. Looking forward to seeing you all there! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eruWSQ8N #commercialawareness #aspiringlawyers

Mens rea Res ipsa loquitor Pro Se Inquest Summary Judgment Motion in Limine Law is full of terms normal people don’t know. In my field, estate planning, we have so many acronyms for types of trusts: SLAT trust QTIP trust ILIT trust A free online resource for legal jargon…. Organized by practice area? 👏👏👏 Black’s Law Dictionary has competition! #nolegalese #clientcounseling #demystifylaw #estateplanning #willsandtrusts

Our Hogan Lovells Silicon Valley M&A team is kicking off its virtual M&A Boot Camp on 15 May 2024 for first-year law school students, junior in-house lawyers, and junior financial professionals. The Boot Camp series, taught by Richard Climan, Keith Flaum, Jane Ross, and Jalpit Amin, offers a basic, seven-week introduction to the legal aspects of the M&A world. Apply through our event page here. #MergersAndAcquisitions #BootCamp #Legal #Training

I Just Completed Herbert Smith Freehills Solicitor Apprentice on Forage. In the simulation I: •Completed a job simulation involving contract dispute resolution for the Dispute Resolution team at HSF. •Conducted comprehensive legal research, identifying relevant case law and precedents to support client positions. •Analysed and synthesised complex legal information, drafting clear and concise legal memos that highlighted key findings and strategic recommendations. •Developed strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, effectively applying legal principles to real-world scenarios and proposing actionable solutions to client disputes.