2024 Legal Survey Results

Accutrainee examine results from a recent 2024 legal survey of legal leaders, identifying potential gaps and solutions.

In late 2024, as the dust settled on landmark elections in both the UK and the US, Accutrainee launched a Legal Leaders Survey to take the pulse of our network. We wanted to understand how legal teams — particularly in-house — are adapting to today’s fast-moving, complex environment. The findings were eye-opening, surfacing a blend of optimism, concern, and clear calls for change.

The Benefits of Reverse Mentoring

The legal industry, like many others, has long operated under traditional mentorship structures, where senior professionals impart their wisdom and expertise to junior colleagues. However, in today’s rapidly evolving workplace, reverse mentoring is emerging as a valuable tool for fostering innovation, inclusivity, and professional development. What is Reverse Mentoring? Reverse mentoring flips the traditional model […]

Inside Fund Management: A Trainee Perspective

In this video, Farhat Sekandary, an Accutrainee trainee solicitor, shares insights from her second and third seats at M&G Investments. Covering UK authorised funds, Farhat gives an inside look at the type of work a trainee might undertake when working with a leading fund manager. From understanding fund structures to tackling regulatory requirements, Farhat highlights […]

The 10 Fundamentals of Running a High-Performing In-House Legal Team

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

Engaging Legal Professionals on a Fixed-Term or Interim Basis

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 […]