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How I became a paralegal
From disappointing A-level grades to my first role At Simply Law we recently spoke to Millie Swaby-Pritchard, a paralegal who kindly shared what it has taken to become a paralegal. Millie shares her path to a legal career and careers advice for aspiring legal...
Interview with Jalal Amin: Diversity in the legal profession
In collaboration with the Muslim Lawyers Hub. We partnered with the Muslim Lawyers Hub to allow legal students and professionals the opportunity to share their experiences with diversity. At Simply Law, we aim to raise further awareness around diverse experiences...
What it is like to be a family law solicitor
Introducing Natalie We recently spoke to Natalie Nero, Natalie is a family-solicitor at Machins Solicitors, she kindly shared the pros and cons of her position, how she secured her role and the characteristics needed to become a good solicitor. Why did you...
A day in the life of a future trainee associate
Get to know me - Rachel Telford I originally became interested in law due to the humanitarian work that I had been involved in, in Romania. This sparked an interest in human rights law. However, this was further heightened by my role in the debating society in high...
What does it take to become a paralegal?
Introducing Bhajan We recently spoke to Bhajan S.S Khalsa, a paralegal who kindly shared what it takes to become a paralegal. Bhajan shared key tips for aspiring paralegals, his path to a paralegal position, and why he chose to pursue a career in the legal industry....
Alternative legal opportunities for students and aspiring solicitors
Introducing Charlotte Charlotte Killen is a recent LLM & LLB Graduate and Future Trainee Solicitor at Magic Circle firm, Allen & Overy, London. As a student, it can be difficult to gain formal legal work experience, whether that be a vacation scheme or...