Feeling overwhelmed about how to build Commercial Awareness?
AllAboutLaw’s Commercial Awareness Compass takes you from beginner to advanced in a structured, step-by-step way.
4.86 / 5 star rating
"This is so amazing, especially given the fact that it’s a free tool!"
"Love the beginner, intermediate and advanced format"
"extremely detailed and easy to understand"
"It's concise, yet very detailed and informative"
"The questions to ponder section is brlliant!"
Feeling overwhelmed about how to build Commercial Awareness?
AllAboutLaw’s Commercial Awareness Compass takes you from beginner to advanced in a structured, step-by-step way.
"This is so amazing, especially given the fact that it’s a free tool!"*
Why is this programme different?
The Commercial Awareness Compass isn’t about overwhelming you with headlines – there are plenty of platforms for that. We’re here to help you think like a commercial lawyer. Each week, you’ll receive a clear, structured breakdown of one major story, designed to develop the mindset that law firms want to see. This programme guides you step-by-step, progressing from beginner to advanced commercial awareness.
"This resource made the approach towards commercial awareness less overwhelming"*
What will you gain?
Beginner Level: Getting Familiar with Business and Legal Basics
- What You’ll Learn: Recognise why key business stories matter and understand fundamental terms that recruiters expect.
- How This Helps: Each week, we’ll focus on one story, providing simple explanations of key terms and foundational insights without overwhelming you with news.
Intermediate Level: Connecting Business Events to Legal Relevance
- What You’ll Learn: See why these issues matter to specific businesses and understand how law firms support their clients in managing these challenges.
- How This Helps: Go deeper with insights into the legal side of commercial issues, showing how firms help clients manage risks and drive business decisions.
Advanced Level: Thinking Strategically About Business and Legal Impacts
- What You’ll Learn: Start thinking like a commercial advisor, considering long-term impacts and proactive solutions for clients.
- How This Helps: Learn to think strategically, anticipating client needs and understanding how legal strategy aligns with business goals.
Who's it for?
- Anyone that’s serious about securing a training contract
- Want to stand out in applications and interviews with genuine commercial insight
- Are ready to move beyond news consumption and develop a legal mindset
- Need a clear path to progress their commercial awareness from beginner to advanced
- Recognise that commercial awareness is key to their legal career but need structured support to achieve it
Who's it for?
- Anyone that’s serious about securing a training contract
- Want to stand out in applications and interviews with genuine commercial insight
- Are ready to move beyond news consumption and develop a legal mindset
- Need a clear path to progress their commercial awareness from beginner to advanced
- Recognise that commercial awareness is key to their legal career but need structured support to achieve it
How does it work?
Structured Progression:
Progress from beginner to advanced commercial awareness, developing a mindset that sets you apart in applications.
Weekly 30-Minute Session:
Join a guided discussion with an expert lawyer and a future trainee solicitor host, breaking down relevant stories into practical insights.
Commercial Awareness Summary:
Miss a session? We’ve got you covered – each week, you’ll receive a summary with key takeaways directly to your inbox.
"Allowed me to think critically and consider how law links to a variety of industries"*
*User reviews of our other commercial awareness tools
