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The elusive criminal defence traineeship - how to make a good case for yourself
The Law Society's Rob Marrs explains how to go about securing the most elusive of all legal traineeships.
Trainee blog - Andrew Gibson
Andrew Gibson is one of our new trainee bloggers. He’s one of three trainees from Brodies LLP who’ll be contributing to the blog.
NQ blog - February 2015: Handling cases from start to finish
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
What makes a good trainee solicitor (according to employers)?
Some prominent solicitors and people from legal firms' HR departments told us what they look for in a trainee solicitor. Following their advice could help you secure a legal traineeship.
Trainee blog - Sarah McKeeve
Sarah obtained her LLB and Diploma from the University of Glasgow. After commencing her traineeship with Brodies in July 2013 with eight months in Glasgow’s personal & family team, Sarah flew her Glasgow nest to undertake a seat in the firm’s Edinburgh-based corporate team.
Trainee blog - Karen Cossar
Karen studied both her undergraduate law degree, and her Diploma in Professional Legal Practice, at the University of Glasgow. She has returned east to Edinburgh and is now a trainee at Pinsent Masons.
NQ blog - January 2015
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
What is 'commercial awareness'? And why should you be aware of it?
Rob Marrs, senior policy and development manager at the Law Society of Scotland, demystifies ‘commercial awareness’ for prospective trainees – and explains how it can help them get the traineeship they want.