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Opportunities on the 'horizon for law students

A law degree equips students with skills and experience that will be valued by employers far beyond the legal industry, writes Nick Touati

Law Society sued by training provider over 'anti-competitive' CQS rule

Mr Justice Roth labels defendant's lawyers' costs as 'disproportionate' at latest case management conference

Challenge the training status quo

Are we caught in a loop of fixed thinking when it comes to how we train and develop the lawyers of tomorrow, asks Louise Hadland

Everyday sexism: Changing the culture of law

Jennette Newman, BLM partner and head of the firm's London office, talks to Laura Clenshaw about the leadership, not lip service, needed within firms to finally end gender inequality

The Bar must reassess the £127,000 dream

The profession might pay a heavy price if it fails to meet the financial needs of aspiring barristers, writes Matthew Rogers

The latest 'must have' for junior lawyers is sector experience

Benjamin Fraser on why clients are increasing their demand for industry-specific knowledge

SRA delays SQE plans following 100 negative responses

Universities oppose controversial plans while law firms have mixed opinion

How do I develop my commercial awareness?

Your knowledge of the law can only take you so far if you do not start to incorporate business-focused acumen, writes Luke Murphy