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Former City law firm leader breaks down what it takes to succeed in today's legal market.

A guide to solicitor apprenticeships at City law firms: what they are, how they differ to training contracts and what you can earn.

Richard Martin knows firsthand the toll of burnout - now he's working to make things better for everyone.

A quick guide to help junior lawyers handle work phone calls with confidence.

Tara Waters on the impact of AI, and the firms and tools leading the way.

The City partner hiring frenzy: why elite firms are paying millions and how the rules of partnership are changing.

Why personal branding actually matters for lawyers and how to develop one.

A guide to the top US law firms in London: who they are, what they do and why their rapid growth matters.

A practical guide on mastering meetings as a lawyer: how to organise them, how to take notes and how to follow-up

Practical tips to help busy lawyers produce higher-quality work and improve productivity.

A short guide on time recording for corporate lawyers: why it matters and some tips to do it well.

A guide to sending better emails to clients and colleagues: style, format and safeguards.

A guide to effective delegation for lawyers: why it matters and how to do it well.

A guide to recognising stress and managing signs of burnout for lawyers.

4 essential communication skills for modern lawyers.

A guide to the business of corporate law firms: how they're structured, how they make money and how they beat the competition.

Interview with the founder of Safe Sign Technologies, the legal tech startup sold to Thomson Reuters in 2024.

A ranking of the 10 most prestigious law firms in the UK, according to reputation, client base and profitability.

A list of the UK's hottest legal tech companies: who they are, what they do, and how much funding they've raised.

Interview with the co-founder of legal tech startup Atria AI, founded by two former City lawyers and an ex-AI engineer from Google.

6 really easy things you can do to stand out as a great trainee solicitor and kickstart your career in law.

A guide to the UK's Magic Circle law firms: who are they, what areas of law they specialise in, and how much they pay.

A guide to the Legal 500: how it ranks law firms and lawyers, its research methodology, and whether law firms have to pay to be included in the Legal 500.

A list of the top 25 biggest law firms in the UK by revenue, together with a ranking of their profits per equity partner (PEP).

A guide to the UK's Silver Circle law firms: who are they, what areas of law they specialise in, and how much they pay.

An up-to-date and current list of salaries paid by the UK's top law firms, including Magic Circle firms, Silver Circle firms and US firms in London.

The complete guide to commercial awareness for UK lawyers. What it is, why you need it, and how to improve it.