Wednesday 6 May 2020

Law Careers- Can we prepare for a future beyond lockdown?


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As aspiring lawyers, you might be wondering what the legal world will look like beyond lockdown and many of you will be rightly concerned about whether law firms are recruiting this summer. So, this week’s Oracle brings you the latest on recruitment and, as many law firms and universities move major events online, the LCN Says highlights the insights you could gain from a virtual vacation scheme. Meanwhile, to help you prepare for a future beyond lockdown, as well as keeping you focused throughout it, we spoke to legal social media stars Chrissie Wolfe, Harry Clark and Sophie Warren to bring you a guide to making the most of social media in this week’s Feature.

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Meet the Lawyer

Debbie Crawford — Hill Dickinson LLP


Debbie Crawford provides a glimpse into her dynamic, varied caseload as a litigation associate at Hill Dickinson.

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Brochure Focus

Vinson & Elkins RLLP


The proud US heritage at Vinson & Elkins means that trainees are not treated separately, but as junior members of the team from day one. Find out more about the international-quality work opportunities on offer at this leading firm.

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Meet the Recruiter

Emma O’Rourke — BLM


Find out the recruitment process at BLM and what to expect on the firm’s vacation scheme.

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LCN Says

What can I gain from virtual vacation schemes?

Ellis Kindred

During a time of global pandemic, many vacation schemes, work experience placements, and interviews are being transformed to virtual sessions, rather than just cancelling them altogether.

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Commercial Question

Working from home: an overview for employers and employees

Coronavirus: What should employers be thinking about when considering home working for their employees? What might covid-19 mean for the future of home working? Sponsored by DWF Group Plc

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Features

Aspiring lawyers: a guide to social media

Despite the challenges that the UK’s lockdown presents, the importance of maintaining and building a professional online network has become increasingly evident.

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The Oracle

Are law firms still recruiting trainees despite coronavirus?

Are law firm still recruiting this year given the coronavirus pandemic? Can I still apply for a training contract this summer?

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What is WORK-LIFE BALANCE like in the legal profession? | LawCareers.Net

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Barristers' practice areas

Banking & finance — Radcliffe Chambers

Barristers and banks generally cross paths when something costly has gone wrong, or might go wrong, in relation to a transaction or product.

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LCN Blogs

Access to (virtual) justice

In March 2019 the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) began an inquiry into the effects of using phone and video pre-trial hearings on defendants with disabilities and mental health conditions.

Jobs

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