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How Continuing Your Professional Education Can Elevate Your Legal Career

9th October 2024
If you want to survive in today's increasingly competitive legal landscape, you have to keep your skills sharp as a razor. The laws, tax codes, and regulations constantly change, and falling behind could cost you more than just a few missed opportunities. Whether you're advising law firms or navigating financial regulations, continuing professional education (CPE) […]
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The Top Paying Law Firms of 2024

5th September 2024
Which are the top paying law firms of 2024. Which law firms make the most money? Which firms pay the most? and what is the highest paying law field? All of the law firms below are paying their lawyers an exceptional rate with commercial law firms making the most money out of all, especially those […]
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Bar exam results are on the rise in 2024

5th September 2024
Bar exam results are on the rise in 2024 Those who took the bar exam in July 2024 are set to see a higher average in results than seen previously. The MBE is a 200 multiple choice question section which is taken over 6 hours. This is the only portion of the 2 day exam […]
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Equal Pay Claim For Same Job

30th August 2024
Equal Pay Claim For Same Job - Is it illegal in the UK? This week more than 3,500 current and former workers at leading high street retailer Next have won the final stage of a six-year legal battle for equal pay. Next could now face costs in excess of £30m+ with thousands of pounds payable […]
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Summer Associates face low recruitment levels this year

1st August 2024
Law Graduates struggling to find jobs Following last year’s noteworthy success, where summer associates achieved record-high employment rates and salaries, the landscape has shifted drastically this year. This year’s law student are experiencing significant challenged when it comes to job offers with law firms being much more conservative in recruitment. Data from NALP (National Association […]
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Legal Coaching Explainer by Leigh Bailey

2nd July 2024
I’m Leigh Bailey, the Visionary and Founder of The Bailey Group. I’m one of the most experienced executive coaches in the country, with an exceptional track record in guiding boards, CEOs, and executive teams toward peak performance. I’ve had the privilege of serving leaders across diverse sectors, including legal, technology, banking, financial services, insurance, advertising, […]
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How do I become a solicitor without an LLB?

27th June 2024
How to become a solicitor without a law degree There are four things you’ll need to qualify as a solicitor through the SQE. You must have: 1. A university degree or equivalent in any subject (law or non-law). 2. Pass the character and suitability assessment set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). 3. Pass SQE1 […]
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