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At Accutrainee, we’ve had the privilege of engaging with senior legal leaders who have shared their insights on what it takes to build high-performing in-house legal teams. Drawing from their experience, we’ve boiled down the key principles into ten fundamentals. These provide a practical framework for legal teams to deliver exceptional results while remaining aligned with broader organisational objectives. If you think we have missed something or want to join the conversation, email the author
For those of us in the legal recruitment industry, 2024 has sometimes felt like its own version of the 'Black Friday' market crash of 1869 when two investors, Jay Gould, and Jim Fisk, caused a market crash by driving up the price of gold. Lets make no bones about it, 2024 has been a terrible job market.

Feeling the pressure? Legal departments everywhere are facing increasing workloads with limited resources. You need to be agile, efficient, and cost-effective, all while navigating complex legal challenges. It’s time to explore a new solution: lawyers on demand. Boost your Bandwidth without Breaking the Bank Lawyers on demand provide a flexible and scalable way to bolster your […]

The term “pro bono” comes from the Latin phrase “pro bono publico,” which means “for the public good.” In the legal profession, pro bono refers to legal services provided to individuals or organisations without charge. Why do solicitors do pro bono work? There are many reasons why solicitors engage in pro bono work. Some of […]

The legal industry has experienced a notable shift in recent years, not only in the tools and technology used but also in how law firms and in-house legal departments manage their teams. As workloads fluctuate, traditional staffing models are adapting to embrace greater flexibility. Both law firms and corporate legal teams are increasingly turning to […]

Are you considering a career in law and wondering about the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) and Qualifying Work Experience (QWE)? Accutrainee can help you navigate these requirements and achieve your goal of becoming a solicitor. Understanding the SQE The SQE is a rigorous, centralised assessment system introduced by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) to standardise the process of qualifying as a solicitor […]

Thinking about a career in the UK legal sector but not sure about the commitment of becoming a solicitor or barrister? A career as a paralegal could be the perfect fit! What is a Paralegal? A paralegal (also known as a legal assistant) is a qualified professional who provides crucial support to solicitors, barristers, and […]

In this episode, Accutrainee’s training principal Meera Ferguson interviews Jasmine McGregor, an Accutrainee Scholar going through her second seat of Qualifying Work Experience. Jasmine talks about her experience as a trainee solicitor and as an Accutrainee Scholar.

Accutrainee’s genesis stems from Susan’s acute understanding of the hurdles faced by junior legal professionals trying to qualify into the UK legal profession. Worried about wasted potential, Susan envisaged a more inclusive pathway, ensuring deserving candidates not only got their chance to enter the legal profession but were given the best possible training and mentoring so they could thrive.

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