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All Careers Q&A articles
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FeatureCandidates for change
The lasting effect of the pandemic on law firm hiring policies – and a candidate’s options – looks set to be profound, writes Katharine Freeland
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OpinionMoving into environmental law
I want to act for clients seeking to protect the environment. What are the best routes in?
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OpinionLessons learned from finding my way back to the workplace
Natalie McEvoy, counsel at Slateford, shares her experience after a three-year career break.
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OpinionHow can I switch my specialism from conveyancing to real estate?
'I am looking for possible pathways available to help me gain the right experience and qualifications.'
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OpinionCan I seek flexible legal work after a career break?
I took a five-year career break. Is it unreasonable to expect to pick up where I left off, but with more flexibility?
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OpinionCounting on experience
I am over 50 and have completed the GDL. How do I identify firms that will value my experience?
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OpinionAiming to be a medico-legal adviser
What’s the difference between work as an expert witness and work as an MLA?
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OpinionHow do I identify firms that will value my experience?
I am over 50 and have leadership, management and a host of other skills.
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OpinionCoronavirus Q&A: Advice for trainees
Common questions answered about being a trainee or sitting the LPC during the Covid-19 outbreak.
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OpinionFirms’ commitment to equality
How can I tell which firms are really dedicated to equality and diversity?
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OpinionOptions after leaving partnership
I am a tax lawyer in my mid-50s but I am not ready to ‘retire’.
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OpinionCareers Counsellor: Q&A
Advice from our panel on explaining your financial history to the SRA and extending a career break.
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OpinionNew father with partner ambitions
We have just had our first child and I plan to work flexibly, but my firm wants the ‘right priorities’ from partnership candidates.
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OpinionStruggling to find work
I have 30 years’ experience as an in-house commercial lawyer but have not worked for year.
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OpinionPost-prosecution roles
My appetite to go back into private practice is low and I’m finished with the criminal bar - what next?
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OpinionHistory lesson
I am applying for university and want to become a lawyer. But I am also very interested in history.
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OpinionGaining experience after a break from the profession
I took time off from working at a law firm to have children. I am now a part-time legal archivist. How do I secure a training contract?