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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
Vacation Schemes
If you want to become a trainee solicitor, completing a vacation scheme is half the battle. Here you'll find everything you need to know about these legal work placements. Browse the latest vacation scheme vacancies, research firms and make sure you're prepared for this hugely important step in your legal career.
A Guide to Vacation Schemes
This is your comprehensive guide to vacation schemes. We'll help you understand why vacation schemes are so important, how you can get one and how you can impress a law firm while you're completing your placement.
Find a Law Firm
Find a law firm for your vacation scheme. Start researching your options with our list of law firm profiles.
Virtual Vacation Schemes
Not all vacation schemes take place in a law firm's office, especially since Covid-19. Find out how you can complete a vacation scheme from your own home.
A Guide to Commercial Awareness
All aspiring solicitors need to develop commercial awareness. Find out how you can become more commercially aware and how you can demonstrate this to law firms.
Commercial Awareness Builder
Build your own commercial awareness case study using our innovative toolkit. Unlock your potential and prepare for a vacation scheme assessment centre.
A Guide to Vacation Scheme Selection & Assessment
From online forms and psychometric tests to video interviews and group exercises, find out everything you need to know about the selection and assessment methods that law firms use when hiring for their vacation schemes.
Areas of Law
Most lawyers specialise in a specific area of law once they qualify. Explore the different areas of law and pinpoint the options that appeal to you the most.
Video Insights
Listen to advice from legal recruiters and watch interviews with experts in the field. Find out about the opportunities on offer in law.
In-House Vacation Schemes
Looking for work experience and want an alternative to a private practice vacation scheme? Explore your work experience options within in-house legal teams here.
Regional Hubs
Explore different legal hubs across the UK and find out what's it like to live and work there as a lawyer.
Types of Law Firm
International firm? Scottish firm? American firm? Figure out which type of firm is right for your vacation scheme.