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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
How law students turn networking conversations into opportunities
Learn how to network effectively and make industry connections that will help uplift and enhance your career
Event starts on Thursday 12th March at 17:00 GMT
2026/03/12 17:00
How law students turn networking conversations into opportunities
Learn how to network effectively and make industry connections that will help uplift and enhance your career
Build confidence, make meaningful connections and learn how to network with purpose at this BPP University networking workshop.
Networking is a vital skill in the legal profession, from internal communications as a trainee to finding new clients as a partner. However, it can also be daunting and unclear on where to start. This practical session is designed to show you how to network authentically in any situation so you can put your best foot forward and make a strong impression and build your connections over time.
You'll leave the session with practical techniques you can practice immediately, whether you're attending virtual events, a vacation scheme or connecting on linkedIn.
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BPP University
With 30+ years’ experience, we are proud to be one of the UK’s leading law schools with more top firms exclusively sending their trainees to BPP Law School than anywhere else.
We have deep working relationships across the legal profession, from the Magic Circle to high street practice, chambers to charities. These UK and international firms trust us because of the innovation, quality and professional relevance of our training.
Our courses focus entirely on your employability, developing the practical skills you need as a lawyer, giving you the edge to secure a training contract or pupillage. We invest heavily in technology and educational platforms to provide the most effective and dynamic learning experience, with our innovative approach ensuring our teaching provides you with the latest skills you need to succeed in a modern legal environment. BPP Law School is based in two centres in London (in the heart of ‘legal’ London in Holborn and on the Southbank at Waterloo) and centres in Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Leeds and Manchester.
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