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Nadia Cook
May 14, 20247 min read
Non-legal work experience - The jobs I have had and the transferable skills they taught me for the legal world
I have had my fair share of jobs in the past and you will probably be surprised to learn that NONE of them were legal related roles.
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Nadia Cook
May 9, 20243 min read
Studying the SQE - Where to start?
understanding where to begin with the SQE can be daunting. This short and snappy guide is designed to demystify the process...
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Nadia Cook
May 2, 20244 min read
The Ultimate Resource List for Aspiring Solicitors - Part I
For those aspiring to enter the legal profession, having a go-to list of resources can significantly demystify the process ...
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Nadia Cook
May 2, 20249 min read
Diary of a Law Student – A week in the Scottish Courts
4th year LLB student Madiha Waseem had the opportunity to shadow a solicitor in the civil courts and noted an account of her experience.
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Nadia Cook
Apr 4, 20247 min read
The Role of a Business Development Solicitor: Explained
Many times, I'm approached with the question; "What exactly do you do as a Business Development Solicitor?" I aim to shed light on my role.
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Nadia Cook
Mar 20, 20249 min read
A Solicitor's Real Life Story: Moving on from a Traumatic Traineeship Experience
Caitlin is a Senior Associate and Accredited Family Law Specialist at high street firm Freelands Solicitors. She graduated from the...
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Nadia Cook
Mar 5, 20248 min read
Diary of a Devil II - The Compulsory Skills Course
During "Pupillage" traditionally known as "Devilling" you are required to undertake the Faculty of Advocate's compulsory skills course,...
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Nadia Cook
Oct 31, 20239 min read
Let’s Chat ChatGPT....
On 30 November 2022, a company called OpenAI took the technology world by storm, launching a tech-changing AI chatbot which has the...
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Nadia Cook
May 23, 20237 min read
"What the Devil?"- Is a Mini-Devil?
Emma shares her experiences and reflects upon her recent participation in the 2022/23 Mini-Devil scheme, which is organised and hosted...
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Nadia Cook
Apr 25, 20237 min read
How a 7am Sunday Interview Kickstarted My Legal Career
Starting a legal career without family connections may seem daunting, but it is by no means impossible. In this article, Neil Hay,...
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Nadia Cook
Apr 6, 20237 min read
My experiences and insight as a first generation, working-class “lawyer”
My experiences and insight as a first generation, working-class “lawyer”.
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Heather Gibson
Mar 15, 20239 min read
Tips and advice for future Diploma (DPLP) students: A Student and Diploma Staff Member Perspective
Having been both a student and a member of staff on the Diploma, I feel that I have a unique understanding of what the course involves.
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Nadia Cook
Feb 13, 20236 min read
A 'Day in the Life' of a second year law student - studying in Scotland
As a law student without any family or friends in the law profession, I was entering my studies very much in the dark. I knew the degree...
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Nadia Cook
Feb 2, 20237 min read
'Time to Talk Day' - Tackling Imposter Syndrome: experiences and advice from an LLB Law Student
In honour of 'Time to Talk Day' our most recent guest blogger Courtney Evison, a third year LLB Law Student at the University of Stirling...
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Nadia Cook
Jan 25, 20235 min read
What's in store for New Lawyers in 2023? - A Legal Recruiter's POV
So, we’ve reached 2023 and many of you will be qualifying between March and September. Some of you are likely worried about how the...
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Nadia Cook
Jan 5, 202321 min read
Diary of a Devil - The Foundation Course at the Faculty of Advocates in Scotland
The Foundation Course for Devils started today and will go on for the next 5 weeks. The concept behind various courses is "tell-show-do".
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Puneet Kaur Puri
Dec 12, 20228 min read
It is still okay not to be okay…
Puneet Kaur, explores the recent initiatives taken by law firms, legal organisations and their regulators to support employee mental health.
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Lucy Burnett
Nov 19, 20228 min read
Getting Your Foot in the Door with First-Year Insight Schemes: A Scottish LLB Student's Perspective
Some of you may or may not know that as well as vacation schemes, many law firms also host insight schemes for first-year law students.
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Bilaal Shabbir
Nov 11, 202210 min read
All you need to know about networking as a junior lawyer in Scotland
All you need to know about networking as a junior lawyer in Scotland.
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Harriet Hearns
Oct 27, 20225 min read
Tips and tricks for success as an LLB student
Harriet Hearns a penultimate LLB student at Abertay University offers insight into the experiences she has gained so far and tips and tricks
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