Dec 13, 2023

Written By Helena Kudiabor

AllAboutLaw Top Lawfluencers 2023: Best Trainee Solicitor Accounts

Dec 13, 2023

Written By Helena Kudiabor

If you’re currently navigating the training contract application process, or have a training contract offer, you’re probably wondering what life as a trainee solicitor is like. As part of the AllAboutLaw Top Lawfluencers 2023, we are highlighting some of your favourite trainee solicitor content creators. These creators share the realities of trainee life, as well as provide tips and tricks to help you navigate the application cycle.

aliobeid_1

Name: Ali Obeid

Why follow: Ali’s jokey videos provide a new perspective to legal life. He’s a trainee at a corporate US firm, and shares videos showing the realities of life as a trainee. Even when he’s talking about working 13 hour days, Ali’s commentary will be sure to put a smile on your face. However, Ali’s content isn’t all jokes, he also shares tips on increasing productivity, becoming a trainee, and dispelling misconceptions about law.

Handle: @aliobeid_1 (TikTok)

bylucycole

Name: Lucy Cole

Why follow: Lucy’s content is great if you’re keen to know exactly what to expect as a trainee solicitor. She provides detailed updates of her time as a trainee for a Magic Circle firm: from her client secondment with a tech company, to how she’s been staying organised and creating a work-life balance.

Handle: @bylucycole

joifullylegal

Name: Joianne

Why follow: Joianne successfully balances studying the LPC part-time with her in-house training contract. She provides regular updates on her studies and career, sharing the experience and advice that got her to where she is today. Joianne even scored 90% on her Business Law and Practice module, and created a detailed post explaining exactly what she did to achieve this score.

Handle: @joifullylegal

legalems

Name: Emily Gammon

Why follow: Emily has a really interesting portfolio of legal experience: she’s currently a trainee solicitor specialising in family law, and was an Intellectual Property paralegal before this. Emily shares this experience, combined with her recent completion of the LPC, to help out aspiring solicitors. She shares tips on a range of legal topics, from how LinkedIn can help you secure your training contract, to how to answer scenario questions effectively.

Handle: @legalems

legalifelondon

Name: Hannah Foley

Why follow: Tired of the training contract application cycle? Hannah is a trainee solicitor at a Magic Circle firm, and, as a first-generation student herself, is keen to improve social mobility in the legal sector. She provides a wealth of practical advice on how she secured her training contract, from dealing with rejection, to managing pre-interview nerves. Two fun facts about Hannah: she has a dedicated travel and lifestyle account and used to produce the Legally Speaking podcast.

Handle: @legalifelondon

legallybrogan

Name: Brogan

Why follow: Having recently completed her first year as a trainee solicitor, Brogan shares tips and tricks of what has helped her on her legal journey. Based in Scotland, Brogan shares tips on everything from excelling in interviews to writing stellar essays, as well as sharing detailed updates on her responsibilities as a trainee. Alongside her legal content, Brogan creates literature and lifestyle content, and even dressed up as Elle Woods for Halloween.

Handle: @legallybrogan

legallydiverse

Name: Nadine

Why follow: Nadine is a trainee solicitor at a Magic Circle firm, who is keen to improve diversity and social mobility within law. To do so, she creates a number of resources, for example networking cards so you never run out of questions at a legal event. Nadine also works with firms to highlight networking opportunities for her followers and regularly collaborates with other legal accounts to spotlight the need for improved diversity in law.

Handle: @legallydiverse

mooreonlaw

Name: Lauren

Why follow: If you’re a non-law student interested in a legal career, Lauren’s a great person to follow, as she’s documented her transition from a chemistry graduate to a trainee solicitor at a multinational firm. She shares detailed updates showcasing the realities of trainee life, from the tasks each seat involves to how she’s dealing with imposter syndrome. She even created an eight chapter e-book which provides tips on going from student to trainee, with a portion of proceeds going to a youth homelessness charity.

Handle: @mooreonlaw

lorrainechimbga

Name: Lorraine Chimbga

Why follow: A qualified solicitor specialising in tech, Lorraine provides a wealth of content for aspiring solicitors. On her blog, she created an application advice series, providing tips on everything from knowing your personal brand to how to research law firms effectively. Plus, if you’re not sure what you’ll need as a law student or trainee solicitor, Lorraine created lists detailed exactly what she recommends. Lorraine is passionate about how tech can be used to improve law, and is also an advisory board member for the Society for Computers and Law.

Handle: @lorrainechimbga

lifewithmaab

Name: Maab

Why follow: Maab shares her honest perspective life as an in-house trainee solicitor. She’s authentic about the struggles she’s faced along the way, from dealing with self-doubt to the difficulties she faced securing a training contract. To support aspiring solicitors, Maab shares motivational advice, SQE study strategies, and is even selling her SQE and LPC notes.

Handle: @lifewithmaab

ndlawyerproject

Name: Amelia Platton

Why follow: Amelia created her account to raise awareness about being neurodiverse in the legal industry. She shares her experience on what it’s like being a Magic Circle lawyer while being autistic, and interviews other neurodiverse lawyers on her podcast The ND Lawyer. If you’re a neurodiverse person interested in law, Amelia has created a number of WhatsApp groups, so you can connect with people in similar situations.

Handle: @ndlawyerproject

thelegalnortherner

Name: Jordon Goodman

Why follow: Based in Newcastle, Jordan recently started his training contract, and has been regularly sharing updates and day-to-day responsibilities. Jordan also shared his journey to securing a trainee contract, and was honest about the challenges and rejections faced. Having recently completed the LPC, Jordan also creates content about getting high grades during the course and elevating your essay writing skills.

Handle: @thelegalnortherner

mylegalcareer

Name: Maia Crockford

Why follow: Maia is a solicitor apprentice and trainee lawyer, and shares updates and advice on her journey to becoming a qualified solicitor. She’s also currently studying for the SQE, and has made a number of reels sharing her study tips. Maia’s ‘yourlegalcareer_’ account also provides a bank of resources for those interested in pursuing a legal career.

Handle: @mylegalcareer

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