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Family law: Life, litigation and real-world client work
What is it really like to practise family law? In this session, the BPP team will interview a panel of practising family lawyers to explore the realities of working in this challenging and deeply human area of practice. The discussion will cover the nature of the work, the skills required to succeed and the personal qualities that are particularly important when advising clients through significant life events. Students will gain a clearer understanding of the day-to-day experience of family lawyers and the routes into this rewarding specialism.
- Thu, 05 Mar
- 13:30-14:00 GMT
- Digital Campus
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Can I become a lawyer without going to university?Yi Kang Choo Yi Kang Choo
The short answer is YES, it is possible to become a lawyer without going to university, especially if you are looking to qualify as a solicitor in the UK. As opposed to the traditional qualification route (obtaining a degree and passing the SQE exams), there are two routes that are commonly undertaken by individuals who would like to work as a solicitor without a degree.
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Can I do a Law apprenticeship without A-Levels?Lawrence Topley Lawrence Topley
With high tuition fees, and in an industry that values experience, law apprenticeships are a practical pathway to take. For these apprenticeships, the entry requirements differ, depending on what type of legal apprenticeship you are applying for.
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Can I do a legal apprenticeship if I have a law degree?Claudia Chan Claudia Chan
Legal apprenticeship are often branded as an alternative route to qualification - even for those who have a law degree. However, what are legal apprenticeships and how do they work? This article will tackle this question, with a particular focus on law school graduates and the graduate solicitor apprenticeship.
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Can you become a barrister through an apprenticeship?Lawrence Topley Lawrence Topley
A barrister is a legal representative who advocates in court on behalf of their client. They are instructed by either clients or client’s solicitors to argue their case in court. Unfortunately, there is currently no apprenticeship programme which will allow you to qualify as a barrister. However, this is currently a topic under debate in the industry and there are several calls for this route to be made viable.
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Can you get an apprenticeship in law?Helena Kudiabor Helena Kudiabor
How do you become a lawyer? The typical answer is by completing a law degree, or by completing a non-law degree and a law conversion course. However, what you may not know is that it’s possible to complete a legal apprenticeship, and finish a qualified lawyer! Here’s what you need to know.
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Getting a legal apprenticeshipEmma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
Legal apprenticeships are a great option for school leavers wanting to access law careers without taking the traditional university route.
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How do you get a law degree apprenticeship?Claudia Chan Claudia Chan
Law apprenticeships have become increasingly more popular in the past few years. It is an alternative to the traditional route to qualification. They serve as an appealing alternative to those who aren’t interested in attending university, can’t afford to pay university fees, or would rather learn via practical experience.
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How much do law apprentices make?Helena Kudiabor Helena Kudiabor
One of the major advantages of being an apprentice is that unlike university students, you get paid, even while you’re training. In this article, you’ll learn how much you can expect to earn as an apprentice in the legal sector.
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How much does a solicitor apprentice earn?Jack Medforth Jack Medforth
If you’re looking at applying for a solicitor apprenticeship position, a key factor you may be considering is how you could get paid . Here we will explore what to expect, and some background on what exactly we mean by a ‘solicitor apprentice’.
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How to find a legal apprenticeshipBecky Kells, Editor, AllAboutLaw Becky Kells, Editor, AllAboutLaw
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Legal apprenticeship CVBecky Kells, Editor, AllAboutLaw Becky Kells, Editor, AllAboutLaw
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Legal ApprenticeshipsBilly Sexton, Editor, AllAboutLaw.co.uk Billy Sexton, Editor, AllAboutLaw.co.uk
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Legal secretary apprenticeshipsEmma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
Law firms often require specifically skilled secretarial staff to help them operate, which means that there are opportunities for school leavers to do apprenticeships in these roles.
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New Legal Apprenticeships - 2016Jack J Collins, Editor of AllAboutLaw.co.uk Jack J Collins, Editor of AllAboutLaw.co.uk
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Paralegal ApprenticeshipsCharlotte Stainton, Paralegal Apprentice, DWF Charlotte Stainton, Paralegal Apprentice, DWF
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School Leaver ProgrammeBilly Sexton, Editor, AllAboutLaw.co.uk Billy Sexton, Editor, AllAboutLaw.co.uk
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Should I choose a legal apprenticeship or university?Becky Kells, Editor, AllAboutLaw Becky Kells, Editor, AllAboutLaw
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Types of legal apprenticeshipJack J Collins, Editor of AllAboutLaw.co.uk Jack J Collins, Editor of AllAboutLaw.co.uk
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What is a legal apprenticeship?Jack J Collins, Editor of AllAboutLaw Jack J Collins, Editor of AllAboutLaw
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What is a legal executive apprenticeship?Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
A legal executive apprenticeship is a training and work programme during which school leavers qualify as a legal executive without having to pay university tuition fees. In fact, apprentices are paid a good, full-time salary for the duration of their programme.
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What is a paralegal apprenticeship?Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
A paralegal apprenticeship is a work and training programme, usually lasting around two years. It is an Advanced Apprenticeship – a Level 3 qualification – which means it is the equivalent to A-levels. Apprentices on these programmes provide legal support whilst working under supervision, and will be paid a full-time salary while they do it.
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What is a solicitor apprenticeship?Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
A solicitor apprenticeship is a training and work programme during which school leavers qualify as solicitors, without having to pay university tuition fees. In fact, apprentices are paid a good, full-time salary for the duration of their programme.
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What other apprenticeships could I do in a law firm? Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
There are many types of apprenticeship to be found in a law firm, not just the paralegal, legal executive and solicitor apprenticeship programmes.
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Why should I consider a legal executive apprenticeship? Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
Traditionally, one of the main reasons people might have avoided legal apprenticeships was that there was no direct route to becoming a solicitor. With the introduction of solicitor apprenticeships, this completely changed. These Degree Apprenticeships – Level 7 qualification – now offer a direct route into the solicitor field, in accordance with SRA regulations.
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Why should I consider a solicitor apprenticeship?Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk Emma Finamore, Editor, AllAboutSchoolLeavers.co.uk
Traditionally, one of the main reasons people might have avoided legal apprenticeships was that there was no direct route to becoming a solicitor. With the introduction of solicitor apprenticeships, this completely changed.