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Career Uncertainty
If you are reading this blog post it is likely that you are interested in becoming a lawyer. After all, this organisation is called Muslim Lawyers Hub. However, even if becoming a lawyer is what you incline towards, it does not mean that you cannot struggle with career uncertainty. Career uncertainty can come in many…
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Commercial Awareness Update
Netflix will collaborate with Microsoft. Netflix is introducing a new ad-supported subscription plan. Netflix lost 600,000 subscribers in the first three months of 2022 and is expected to lose another 2 million in the second quarter. Netflix is hoping that this new agreement will help them retain users and increase their profitability. Microsoft will bring…
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July 2022 – Application Dates
Training Contracts Firm Deadline Eligibility Latham & Watkins 10/07/22 Penultimate year law students, all finalists and graduates Norton Rose Fulbright 11/07/22 Penultimate year law students, all finalists and graduates Sullivan & Cromwell 15/07/22 Penultimate year law students, all finalists and graduates Stephenson Harwood 31/07/22 Penultimate year law students, all finalists and graduates Mini Pupillages Chambers…
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What’s my plans for summer?
For many of us, summer has finally arrived! Of course, we all deserve a well-earned rest after surviving exam season. But as future lawyers, we all know the work does not end here. It is time to build on your skills and look back on past applications that you got rejected on. Research firms more…
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Different Types of Law Firms
Key Words: City Law, National Law, Regional Law, High Street Law, Hours, Salaries, Lifestyle, Flexibility, Training, Exposure Life after university can be very daunting, especially if you are unaware of what each firm offers and differentiate between the different types of law firms. Law firms come in different sizes and can offer varied packages which…
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Comparison
Comparison can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can motivate you to do better by recognising and adopting good traits, skills and habits from those you look up to. On the other hand, if unchecked and excessive, it can result in unhealthy self-criticism. As an aspiring lawyer, it can be greatly beneficial…
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June 2022 – Application Dates
Training Contracts Firm Closing Date Eligibility Slaughter and May 8/07/22 Penultimate year, final year and graduate law students Freshfields 14/07/22 Final year non-law students, graduates and GDL graduates White & Case 15/07/22 Penultimate year students, finalists and graduates Macfarlanes 25/07/22 Final year students and graduates Hogan Lovells 31/07/22 Final year and graduate law students Mini…
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National Diversity Awards
I am ecstatic to announce that Muslim Lawyers Hub has been nominated for the Community Organisation Award for Race, Religion & Faith award at the National Diversity Awards! Please take a moment to share and vote– it would mean so much. Since starting Muslim Lawyers Hub 9 months ago, the community has provided work experience…
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Solicitor vs Barrister Route
You may be an aspiring lawyer, however, you may not be too sure whether to pursue the soliciting route or become a barrister. The following should provide some insight into the two routes. Solicitor: More client contact Typically employed. They may work for a firm, or work in-house for a specific client They negotiate on…
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May 2022 -Application Dates
Training Contracts Firm Closing Date Eligibility Pinsent Masons 20/05/22 Penultimate year law students, finalists and graduates Forsters 13/06/22 Penultimate year law students, finalists and graduates DWF 24/06/22 Penultimate year law students, finalists and graduates Eversheds Sutherland 26/06/22 Penultimate year law students, finalists and graduates Withers 30/06/22 Penultimate year law students, finalists and graduates Mini Pupillages…
