PQE stands for 'Post-Qualified Experience'. This is usually represented as years or half years for solicitors. It's also applicable to legal executives. E.g. If a solicitor was admitted to the Roll in England and Wales in September 2005, they would have 5...

The number of law graduates continues to rise, with (currently 31,315 in the UK) in the past year alone. If you’re applying for entry-level legal positions, you do not necessarily need a law degree, but you are likely to face stiff competition from...

Law has become one of the most popular university courses in the UK; and with more students choosing their path in the legal sector every year, the job market is becoming even more competitive. As a law graduate, you will find that rejection is...

Writing a CV is something many of us will have plenty of experience doing. But what’s the difference between a standard CV, and a job winning CV? Read on to find out more about the aspects you should consider before you start typing: Choose CV headings and be...

Interviews are notoriously the most nerve wracking part of the job hunting process. While we might shine on paper and know exactly what to include, every interview is different. The best way you can prepare for any interview, is to be fully aware of the...

Congratulations on being invited to interview for an NQ position! Now it’s time to prepare. We’ve put together this 10-step guide to help get you through your NQ interview. We know you might not have had an interview in a while as you’ve been completing...

There is a big jump from school to university and many students approach their first year unsure of what to expect. We've spoken to a current first-year law student at Brunel University who has kindly shared some top tips for students looking to start...