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NQ blog - August 2016: What does the average Scottish solicitor have in common with Harvey Specter?
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Trainee blog - Letitia Longworth
Letitia is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. Originally from York, Letitia obtained her first degree in English from the University of St Andrews, before moving to Edinburgh for the LLB and Diploma.
NQ blog - July 2016: 4 Steps to success
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Thinking about doing the diploma?
Head of education Rob Marrs has some advice for anyone applying to do the diploma.
Trainee blog - John Morgan
John is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. John grew up in Coatbridge, in North Lanarkshire, and attended the University of Glasgow for his LLB, spending time abroad at the Universities of Toronto, Connecticut and Cagliari.
NQ blog - June 2016: How do clients choose which firm to consult with?
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
How to ace competency-based interviews
Rob Marrs, Head of Education at the Society, offers advice on how to handle competency-based questions in application forms and interviews.
Trainee blog - Kathryn Alexander
Kathryn is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. After graduating from Durham University with a degree in German and Spanish, Kathryn returned to her native Edinburgh for the LLB and Diploma.
NQ blog - May 2016: Having a client’s life in your hands
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Trainee blog - Letitia Longworth
Letitia is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. Originally from York, Letitia obtained her first degree in English from the University of St Andrews, before moving to Edinburgh for the LLB and Diploma.
NQ blog - April 2016: What's a typical day for a court practitioner?
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
New and prospective lawyers’ opinions wanted for Law Society of Scotland survey
The Law Society of Scotland is seeking feedback from law students, trainees and new lawyers on the support and services provided for trainee solicitors in Scotland and how they could be improved.
Trainee blog - John Morgan
John is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. John grew up in Coatbridge, in North Lanarkshire, and attended the University of Glasgow for his LLB, spending time abroad at the Universities of Toronto, Connecticut and Cagliari.
NQ blog - March 2016: Seeking out feedback from clients
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Trainee blog - Kathryn Alexander
After graduating from Durham University with a degree in German and Spanish, Kathryn returned to her native Edinburgh for the LLB and Diploma. Now a second-year trainee at Brodies, she spent her first two seats in Commercial Property and Insurance & Risk litigation.
NQ blog - February 2016: Delegating a task or responsibility
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
New lawyer wanted for Law Society Council
Applications are now open for recently qualified solicitors who want to join the Law Society of Scotland’s decision making body.
Fancy becoming one of our student bloggers?
We're looking for volunteer student bloggers for our website. The blog will form part of the content we offer to those thinking about studying law.
Spotlight on new lawyers groups: Connections
In the latest in our series looking at networking groups for new lawyers, we caught up with Connections Chief Executive Alexander Lamley who explained what the group has to offer.
Trainee blog - Letitia Longworth
Letitia is another of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. Originally from York, Letitia obtained her first degree in English from the University of St Andrews, and her LLB and Diploma from the University of Edinburgh.
NQ blog - January 2016: Setting New Year career goals
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.
Spotlight on new lawyers groups: Young Mediators Group
In the latest in our series looking at support groups for new lawyers, we spoke to Callum Murray of the Young Mediators Group.
Trainee blog - John Morgan
John is one of our trainee bloggers from Brodies LLP. John grew up in Coatbridge, in North Lanarkshire, and attended the University of Glasgow for his LLB, spending time abroad at the Universities of Toronto, Connecticut and Cagliari.
NQ blog - December 2015: Dealing with clients at Christmas
John Brannigan studied at the University of Glasgow and completed his traineeship at Gallen & Co Solicitors.