Legal Recruitment in 2025: A View from the Ground
Legal Recruitment Update After a sluggish couple of years, I have started to feel a shift in the legal recruitment market, and I am not the only one. At Accutrainee and Accuflex, we have seen a noticeable increase in legal recruitment activity over the past few weeks. Roles are moving faster, more candidates are receiving […]
Why Flexible Training Contracts Are the Future
The legal profession is undergoing a quiet revolution. As the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) transforms the path to qualification, the traditional training contract is no longer the only way forward. In fact, the SQE by its very nature embraces flexibility, allowing aspiring solicitors to qualify through diverse experiences gained across different legal settings. For many […]
Accutrainee Recognised Among the Best for Legal Training
Breaking into the legal profession can be challenging, especially for those at the start of their careers. At Accutrainee, our mission has always been to support aspiring solicitors and junior legal professionals with the training, experience and care they need to thrive. That commitment has now been recognised on a national stage.
Kevin’s Story About Mental Health in Law
Too many lawyers I speak to still wear stress like a badge of honour. “It is just part of the job.” But it does not have to be. I am not against hard work. I have built my career on it. But I do believe in balance. I believe in recognising when something is off. I believe in giving yourself permission to rest, to move, to get outside, to breathe.
Adesola’s Success Story
Adesola’s legal journey didn’t start with a traditional training contract—it started with opportunity.
She joined Accuflex, the flexible legal resourcing arm of Accutrainee, as a paralegal and was placed with the litigation team at American Express.
From day one, she delivered. Her dedication and capability caught attention, and before long, she was offered an extension—this time as a trainee solicitor under the Accutrainee solicitor training programme.
Developing Leadership Skills
At Accutrainee, we’re proud to offer an award-winning training and legal mentoring programme designed to help legal professionals develop the technical and soft skills they need to thrive. Our approach goes beyond box-ticking, we work with you to build confidence, capability, and the kind of mindset that future leaders are made of. That’s why so many aspiring solicitors are choosing to start their journey with us.
Gen Z Lawyers: Challenging Tradition
There’s a growing debate in the legal world about Gen Z lawyers and their approach to work. Some senior professionals argue that this generation requires too much hand-holding, while others believe they are simply advocating for a more balanced and sustainable way of working. It all started when top US firm Gibson Dunn made headlines by suggesting […]
The Changing Landscape of Legal Training in 2025
The legal profession is undergoing significant transformation, and nowhere is this more evident than in the training and qualification of new solicitors. Traditional pathways, once dominated by rigid structures and limited opportunities, are giving way to a more flexible and inclusive approach to legal education and training. This evolution is not only reshaping how aspiring […]
The Value of Working in Local Firms
For many young solicitors, the allure of a prestigious role in a large London firm is undeniable. The financial rewards and high-profile matters promise a fast-paced and dynamic career. However, this often comes with long hours, high stress levels, and limited work-life balance. Increasingly, solicitors are exploring alternative paths that offer professional fulfilment alongside a more balanced lifestyle. Working in smaller local or boutique firms is an excellent option, particularly for those seeking the opportunity to live in more affordable and picturesque locations.