Image source Becoming a licensed lawyer is not easy, and the bar exam is one of the biggest hurdles in this journey. For those who have finished law school, the bar exam is more than just a test; it is the way to start practicing law and helping clients. The term bar exam refers to […]
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US-based law firm Willkie Farr & Gallagher has increased salaries for newly qualified (NQ) lawyers in its London office, a 6 percent increase. As of February 2025, NQ pay rose to £175,000, up from £165,000 in 2024. The adjustment positions Willkie closer to top-paying US firms like Quinn Emanuel and Gibson Dunn (£180k) but above
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Corporate finance lawyer Otto Klaasen works at Norton Rose in Amsterday, but left the firm for an in-house position before returning to his former firm. In this interview from the Norton Rose website he explains why he made the moves, what his best law career advice was and why he loves the work he does.
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Sonia Hickey, LawFuel contributor When it comes to the Trump family, the apple doesn’t fall far from the… well, you know the rest. But in the case of Tiffany Trump, the lesser-known Trump offspring, it seems the legal apple might have rolled a bit further than her father claims. Tiffany Trump, the only child of
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The doom and gloom predictions about diversity in law schools diversity post-affirmative action ban have proven to be nothing more than smoke and mirrors, according to a report from Reuters. Despite the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision to axe race-conscious admissions, the hallowed halls of legal education are still echoing with a symphony of diverse voices.
Source: Pexels Pursuing a legal career is more than a ticket to financial stability: it’s also a chance to shape laws, protect rights, and stand up for justice in ways that leave a positive mark on society. But let’s not sugarcoat things – getting there is no walk in the park; far from it. Law
Note-taking should be powerful for law students. They are useful to solve different questions because it is needed to figure out some legal notions. Generally, such summarizing enhances on critical thinking levels and assists in triumph in examinations. Looking for tried-and-tested tips for improving note-taking to improve understanding and prepare for exams? This article focuses
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Sports law, land law and the legal fall-out of natural disasters such as the Canterbury earthquakes are specialty areas for a retiring Emeritus Professor Elizabeth Toomey, who retired from the University of Canterbury Law School after almost three decades’ teaching and research. >> New Zealand’s best law jobs here Elizabeth Toomey received the honorary title
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Law is a popular career stream in colleges. Many students aspire to become successful lawyers after completing their graduation. As a student in a complex law field, you must know the importance of internships. It is essential for students who want to succeed in their future careers. You have to network with experienced lawyers and
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The Big Law Vacation ‘Scare Factor’ Tom Borman, LawFuel contributor Big Law pays big bucks, but it also takes a big toll on younger associates preparing for their prestigious, well-paid career – to the point that many are afraid of taking vacations for fear of potential career repercussions. The cause is obvious: the intense work
