Are you considering a career in law but unsure about the best route to take? Join us for the Get Into Law Insight Networking Evening on Monday, September 22nd, from 5 pm to 7pm. At this event, you will hear directly from leading law firms and legal experts about the different pathways into the legal profession through interactive workshops and breakout room sessions.

This event is designed for students exploring options such as legal apprenticeships, solicitor training contracts, and university pathways. Whether you seek an alternative to university, want clarity on the legal profession, or want work experience, this session will give you the information you need to make an informed decision about your future.

Event Details:

Date: Monday, 22nd September
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
For: Year 11, 12 and 13 students
Location: (Zoom link provided upon registration)

Meet Leading Law Firms & Institutions

You will have the opportunity to engage with representatives from some of the most prestigious law firms in the UK, as well as legal education providers, including 4 Magic Circle:

Farrer & Co – A specialist firm with expertise in private client and corporate law
Freshfields – A global firm offering expertise in corporate, dispute resolution, and finance law
Slaughter and May – A leading firm specialising in high-profile corporate and commercial cases
Clifford Chance– A leading firm known for its expertise in finance, corporate M&A, and litigation, particularly in cross-border transactions.
Linklaters – A global law firm with expertise in banking, corporate, and dispute resolution
University of Law – A leading provider of legal education and solicitor training
Fragomen- A leading global immigration services firm worldwide
A&O Shearman- known for its expertise in finance, complex cross-border M&A, capital markets, and litigation

What to Expect?

Workshop rooms on Zoom, where you can rotate around rooms to chat with different employers and dive deeper into different areas of law
Insights into solicitor apprenticeships, training programmes and work experience schemes
First-hand experiences from current legal apprentices and trainees
Advice on applications, securing work experience, and making yourself stand out
Interactive sessions with Early Careers teams and senior lawyers from top firms

This event is a must-attend for anyone considering a legal career. Whether you are set on becoming a solicitor, interested in alternative routes, or simply exploring your options, this session will provide valuable insights to help shape your future.

In addition, all students who attend this event will have the first chance to apply for some in-person legal opportunities this year!

Register now to secure your place!

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We look forward to welcoming you.