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During your legal training, you'll need to choose your specialism. Read about the possibilities in our guide.

Top 10 Websites for Law Students

Now is the best time to be a law student. Check out these top websites that will help to achieve success along your law journey.

Training Contract Conference

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TLP Aspire Conference 2021

At this year's Aspire Conference, you’ll hear from university admissions tutors, law students and lawyers. Book your ticket now!

Law Apprenticeship Conference

Get an insight into legal apprenticeships - find out the types available, application process and more at this event!

LNAT - The Ultimate Test Guide

Are you taking the LNAT this year? Here's our guide with advice and tips to increase your chances of achieving a great score.

Upcoming BPP Law School Events

Find out about upcoming events and webinars on everything from the GDL to bar training hosted by leading law school BPP University.

Difference Between Solicitor and Barrister

What is the difference between solicitor and barrister professions? Find out on this page!

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Online Mock Trials

We've taken our popular mock trials online! Our workshops aim to provide true-to-life interactive experiences of criminal law cases in a virtual Crown Court.

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LNAT Workshops

Our half-day workshops equip students with the skills necessary to achieve an excellent LNAT score. Book your place on one of our events now!

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Law Summer School

Our brand new programme will equip you with the skills you need to stand out on law applications. Spaces limited!

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Law Apprenticeship Conference 2021

Tickets now available for our highly popular Law Apprenticeship Conference for those interested in an alternative route into law.

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TLP Aspire 2021

We've added a date for this year's highly anticipated Aspire conference. Book your ticket now!

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6 Law Books to Read Before Law School

Fill in the gaps in your legal CV/personal statement this summer with these top law books.

This Week's Commercial Awareness Update

This week, Amazon defeats unionisation vote, H&M faces China e-commerce boycott and more

The Lawyer Portal Monthly News: March 2021

Discover TLP's Monthly News for March. The biggest legal headlines in one place!

BPP’s Step Up to the Bar Webinar Overview

BPP recently hosted its ‘Step Up to the Bar’ webinar which included various interactive activities and panel discussions and more.

What Is Corporate Governance?

If you enjoy company law and would like a position that supports an organisation's decision making, look at a career in governance.

Swansea University Law and Criminology Showcase

Find out more about Swansea University's Law and Criminology Showcase.

Commercial Awareness Update 30 March 2021

This week, the Ever Given causes over $100bn worth of damage, the UKSC rules on Asda equal pay case and more.

How to Discuss the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill

Here is everything you need to know about the bill and how to discuss it.

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Welcome to the Lawyer Portal

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Training Contract Insight - Norton Rose Fulbright

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What is Pupillage?

If you see yourself as a future barrister, watch this video to learn more about pupillage and the things you need to consider to get it!

Law Careers in a Digital Age

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