Wilkin Chapman Solicitors’ Post

💻Hello Network!💻 This evening I had the pleasure of attending the Linklaters x Young Professionals ‘Insight into Linklaters’ virtual event! This event enabled the next generation of legal professionals to gain an insight into the exciting opportunities that await at a firm like Linklaters.🌟 We heard from Becky McGregor, a senior partner at the firm who oversees the solicitor apprentices, as well as Malcolm Horton who hilighted the level of investment in both staff and apprentices at the firm. It was also great to hear from current apprentices such as Honor Hawkes, Saheer Syed and Annabel Kaley who discussed their personal application tips and an overview of the day-to-day life of an apprentice at Linklaters. 📝Here are some key takeaways from this event! 📝 1️⃣ Research, research, research! The overwhelming piece of advice from both the early careers team and the apprentices was to take every opportunity to get to know the firm better. Centre your research around the firm and their unique apprenticeship programme in order to convey your genuine interest. 2️⃣ organisation is key! Another key element to application season that often proves challenging is organisation. With many applications opening and closing in different time frames, it has never been more important to stay organised as to not miss a deadline. This is vital to aspiring apprentices who are juggling the workload of A-Levels, Solicitor apprenticeship applications, and a part-time job. One piece of advice I found helpful was given by Honor Hawkes - set yourself soft deadlines! 📋 3️⃣ Supportive environment It was refreshing to hear the apprentices speak so highly about the support available during their journey so far - whether it be from mentors, staff at BPP Law School, buddies or the early careers team. A big thank you to all of the speakers at the event, it was both memorable and informative.

🔮 INSIGHT TO LINKLATERS🔮 Today I attended the ‘Insight to Linklaters’, hosted by Young Professionals, Dan M.. The event offered an invaluable glimpse at how it is like to be an apprentice in a magic circle law firm, along with comprehensive details on the application process. 🛍️ KEY TAKEAWAYS 🛍️ Becky McGregor and Malcolm Horton explained the impact and the purpose of starting a solicitor apprenticeship in Linklaters. They also provided information on how Linklaters, as a law firm will support its apprentice on their career growth. ▪️By offering apprenticeships for solicitors at the degree level and by sponsoring organisations and insight events such as Young Professionals. This has made it easier for young people to learn about the legal profession. ▪️ Furthermore, having such a programme will allow Linklaters to involve the younger generation to work in the firm, which will also cause new dynamics. ▪️ Apprentices are also provided with extensive training and tools to help their career goals. This demonstrated the encouraging atmosphere Linklaters had created, enabling trainees to succeed in the firm. 💡KEY TIPS 💡 Solicitor apprentices: Annabel Kaley, Honor Hawkes and Maddie Pennington discussed their experiences as Linklaters apprentices , whilst also offering some important application advice. ▪️be confident with the things that you are saying and what you believe in, display your interest towards law and why you want to be there ▪️ research on the firms before applying ▪️be open-minded to every opportunities and advices provided by others, put yourself into networking ▪️be organised with deadline ⭐️CONCLUSION ⭐️ It was a very beneficial session where they gave thorough details regarding their apprenticeship programme. It was also encouraging to see Linklater's commitment to young people, demonstrated by the apprenticeship scheme and the insight events held. A Huge thank you to all the speakers at the event, it was a very informative and helpful session. #linklaters #youngProfessionals #law #insights #virtual

How are small and medium-sized law firms adapting to industry changes? 📊⚖️ The latest BARBRI Barometer report reveals crucial insights into how SME law firms in England are navigating talent attraction and retention. From emerging trends to key challenges and opportunities, this report looks specifically into the SQE, solicitor apprenticeships, the changing role of the paralegal, diversity and inclusion, and learning and development, with success stories from SME law firms up and down the country. Download our full report: https://lnkd.in/e8CAJiuP

McALLEN, Texas – South Texas College and South Texas ISD have introduced their first Paralegal Assistant Apprenticeship program dedicated to providing students with real-world training and insight into the legal profession. https://lnkd.in/ge3B74c3

Alongside other industry bodies, the CLLS is concerned that the government’s proposed removal of levy funding for Level 7 solicitor apprenticeships could hinder diversity in the legal profession by limiting access for candidates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Speaking to Law360 UK last week, #CLLS Chair Colin Passmore reiterated that the funding cut risks discouraging talented students from non-traditional backgrounds, thereby undermining efforts to make solicitor apprenticeships as respected as university routes. Read more below, and let us know your thoughts. https://lnkd.in/eyv8idWM

How can firms mentor their young lawyers: * Have an onboarding program to introduce new lawyers to the firm. * Assign a mentor to each new lawyer. * Teach partners how to communicate and interact with new lawyers. * Encourage senior lawyers take new lawyers to hearings, depositions, trial, marketing events, etc. * Facilitate communications between new lawyers and more senior associates to have someone help them acclimate to the firm and practice. * Have senior lawyers understand and approach training new lawyers as an apprenticeship model.

City Century won the Standout in DE&I category at the British Legal Awards last week, against tough completion. We could go on about how this is lovely recognition, how the award credentialises what we are doing, how in the evening we were humbled and honoured etc. Instead, please hear this all who *need* to hear it: 🔀 Solicitor apprenticeships transform lives 🛗 Particularly those from low SEB lives 🕵🏾♀️ By finding the most talented aspiring lawyers in the country 🤝And offering them the *best* legal careers in the country 🧑🏻⚖️With the *best* law firms 🏙️ In the *best* city 🇬🇧 In the *best* country in the world 💷 When they will pay tax into the system from 18 and 💰Many will pay higher rate tax on qualification. We need to save funding for Level 7 legal apprenticeships, and the apprenticeships themselves and implore those with decision-making powers to make the right decisions. Drop us a like if you agree! #LearningLondonLawyering #DE&I #LegalCareers (Picture of City Century Co-CEO, Patrick McCann, in a brown suit with green bow tie holding the award.)

🌟 Exciting News from Browne Jacobson🌟 Ben Bentley from the barristers team has been part of the steering group that has been instrumental in the creation of the barristers apprenticeship. This initiative is set to revolutionise access to the legal profession, making it more inclusive for aspiring barristers. #BrowneJacobsonLLP #InnovationInLaw #BarristerApprenticeship #Accessibility #FutureOfLawLaw

An interesting article shedding light on the rising popularity of solicitor apprenticeship programmes funded by the government. This innovative approach provides a valuable alternative to traditional academic routes, offering support to individuals from diverse backgrounds. 👏 Read more about the impact and benefits of government-funded solicitor apprenticeships here: https://lnkd.in/e2FXSPE4

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