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Commercial Awareness Update: ‘Hibernation’ for Cineworld, Asda bought, Uber Gets More Good News & More

October 6, 2020

This week, Cineworld shuts down its UK theatres, Asda is bought by the Issa brothers, H&M closes stores globally, Ola is banned in the capital and more.

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BPP Crowns 2020 Advocate of the Year

October 5, 2020

BPP's Advocate of the Year has been announced. The price was a £5,000 bursary towards her bar training at the institution.

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The Lawyer Portal Monthly News: September 2020

October 2, 2020

Find out what legal news gripped The Lawyer Portal, and its wider legal community, in the month of September!

Why You Should Join Your University Law Society

October 1, 2020

Joining your university law society has lots of great benefits including networking opportunities! Read about them now

Three University Activities That Will Improve Your Negotiation Skills

October 1, 2020

Negotiation is a fundamental skill for lawyers. Read our blog to find out how you can improve your abilities through university activities!

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The English Court Hierarchy Explained

September 29, 2020

Read about what you need to know about the English court hierarchy from Magistrate to the High Court and everything in between.

Commercial Awareness Update: Amazon Launches Video Gaming Platform, TFL Removes Uber Ban, Aldi Expands & More

September 28, 2020

Uber wins appeal against London ban, Tesla disappoints in its Battery Day, Airbus excites with new hydrogen fuelled planes and more.

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What Constitutes CILEx Qualifying Employment?

September 23, 2020

To become a CILEx fellow, you must complete a period of qualifying employment. What does this really mean?

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Training Contract Case Study: Bird & Bird

September 22, 2020

Current trainee Sophie Stoneham tells us about the work she completes at the firm and what makes Bird & Bird such a special place to work.

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Insurance Industry

September 18, 2020

A look at the insurance industry in light of the huge number of claims caused of COVID-19

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