Resources
The following links will give you a working knowledge of the legal profession and the range of different careers available to you. Here we scope out the many different routes into a career in the legal sector with useful background reading about the legal industry.
Interview masterclass
As part of the work we do with the National Literacy Trust, Sian Thompson a Senior Associate at Browne Jacobson and Alice Handelman-Pedroza, Senior Project Manager at the National Literacy Trust, discuss how to answer interview questions and the different types of interviews you may encounter.
Public speaking training
As part of the work we do with the National Literacy Trust, Andrew Noble a Partner at Browne Jacobson and Alice Handelman-Pedroza, Senior Project Manager at the National Literacy Trust, discuss public speaking, tips on delivering a good speech and presentation skills.
FAIRE - Virtual Work Experience & Insights event slides, April 2021
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Neurodiversity in law firms: Thinking outside the box
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Placing inclusion at the heart of strategy: an interview with Caroline Green, Senior Partner
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Driving positive change through investment: a corporate associate advising in the energy sector
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Browne Jacobson appointed to first Social Mobility Commission Employer Advisory Group
Browne Jacobson can announce that the firm has been chosen as one of 13 UK businesses who will form the Social Mobility Commission’s (SMC) new Employer Advisory Group. The Employer Advisory Group has been put in place to drive social mobility in the workplace in the UK and support the Commission’s employer focused programme of work.Press Release - Firm news
Law firm wins Franco-British Business Award for Diversity and Inclusion
UK and Ireland law firm Browne Jacobson has won the Diversity and Inclusion Award at the 23rd Franco-British Business Awards 2022.
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Browne Jacobson helps the Civil Aviation Authority take off with its modernisation masterplan
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Browne Jacobson partners with Forage to launch virtual work experience to improve diversity and inclusion in legal sector
Browne Jacobson has partnered with Forage, one of the world’s leading work experience platforms, to launch an interactive virtual work experience programme to open up access for aspiring young lawyers and improve diversity in the legal profession.
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Browne Jacobson barrister wins Manchester Young Talent Award
Holly Quirk, an associate barrister in Browne Jacobson’s Manchester office, was awarded the Legal Professional of the Year Award at this year’s Manchester Young Talent Awards.
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Browne Jacobson named as one of the UK’s best law firms by The Times
Browne Jacobson has been recognised as one of the UK’s leading law firms with its ranking in The Times “Best Law Firms 2023”. This is the fifth year that Browne Jacobson has been ranked.
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From trainee to managing partner – an interview with Richard Medd
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Browne Jacobson double deal success at Insider Midlands Dealmakers Awards 2022
Browne Jacobson’s corporate finance lawyers are celebrating after two of its deals won major awards at the Insider Midlands Dealmakers Awards 2022.
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Law firm Browne Jacobson has confirmed its commitment as a Real Living Wage employer by implementing the Living Wage Foundation’s newly announced rates with immediate effect to help offset the cost of living crisis for low paid workers.
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Browne Jacobson announces 10 to its 2022 trainee solicitor scheme
Browne Jacobson has welcomed 10 future lawyers to its trainee scheme for 2022 – 2024 as it continues to grow its business. The new recruits have joined 36 trainees currently at the firm, bringing the total number of trainee solicitors at Browne Jacobson to 46 – a record number for the firm.
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Browne Jacobson strengthens its UK&I commercial practice with hire of new retail & consumer specialist partner
Browne Jacobson has bolstered its commercial practice in the UK with the appointment of commercial contracts and international trade specialist, Emma Roake, into its City-based London team.
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Browne Jacobson's private client team top Chambers High Net Worth Guide rankings again
Browne Jacobson’s private client practice has been ranked as Band One in the 2022 Chambers and Partners High Net Worth Guide for its work in private wealth law.
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Browne Jacobson lawyer wins inspiring Birmingham Black Lawyer Excellence Award
Bridget Tatham, a specialist defendant insurance lawyer at Browne Jacobson has been honoured at this year’s Birmingham Black Lawyer (BBL) Excellence Awards, having been named Lawyer of the Year. Bridget was also shortlisted for BBL’s Diversity Champion 2022.
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Browne Jacobson opens first overseas office with Dublin launch
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