For those hoping to represent their clients in the civil or criminal courts, a Higher Rights of Audience qualification is essential. We often talk to our delegates and training managers about ‘going higher’ with HRA, but what does that mean, and what does a typical HRA course with us look like? So, we thought we’d […]
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This week, we’re proud to announce that we’ve launched our ‘Pass Guarantee’ for the Financial and Business Skills (FBS) exam element of the Professional Skills Course (PSC). What is the Financial and Business Skills Exam? FBS is one of the core modules of the PSC. It focuses on financial awareness and regulated accounting skills and
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Undoubtedly 2020 has been a time of rapid change for the legal sector, arguably the most change the industry has ever seen within such as short space of time. As COVID-19 hit across the globe, the ‘virtual’ law firm of the future became reality overnight with everyone from junior support staff to partners working remotely.
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With training contracts usually starting in September, many applicants start their research months before. However, with some contracts being delayed due to COVID-19, there is still time to secure an opportunity and get started on the Professional Skills Course (PSC) before it’s too late! Another reason to act now is the introduction of the new
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BARBRI Altior to deliver FBS exam online with SRA approval Trainee solicitors can fully qualify for their PSC digitally for the first time Training provider continues to enhance its Live Online offering Legal training provider, BARBRI Altior has announced the launch of its online Financial and Business Skills (FBS) exam for the very first time
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Temporary female employee Nicola Thorpe; was sent home after she told management on her first-day at work as a receptionist in London that she wouldn’t be wearing high heels. After refusing to comply with the organisations strict dress code, she was promptly sent home with no pay. Feeling aggrieved by her situation; Nicola set up
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If you want to be a solicitor, you will need to complete a Professional Skills Course (PSC) as part of your training contract, building on the foundations of the Legal Practice Cours (LPC). You’re probably thinking, oh no, not more training! But rest assured it’ll all be worth it as this is the last push
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Large, medium or small, whichever size law firm you choose to lay your roots there are advantages and disadvantages to both. It all depends on your own preferences and which one you feel is right for you personally. Try not to get trapped in to the mind set of chasing the highest salary with the
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The interview process can be daunting which is why it’s so important to make the necessary preparations before you take a step into the interview room. As a trainee solicitor you may have chosen a select few law firms you’re keen to become a part of, so here are a few interview techniques to master
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So you’ve done all your training and you’ve just secured an interview with your chosen law firm. It’s safe to say you’re pretty terrified right now, and you’re probably looking for some useful tips to help you ace the interview process and guarantee your position within the firm. It’s always best to be prepared; it
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