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The Lawyer Portal, as a part of Dukes Plus, supports every stage of a legal career. Our guides – accessed by over 5 million users annually – are developed with the Law Society of England & Wales and written by lawyers, law students, education experts, and top law firms.
250+ School Partners
Online LNAT Practice
Mock Trial
Why do Schools choose The Lawyer Portal
- Undergraduate routes, including qualifying and non-qualifying degrees
- Postgraduate routes, including Conversion Courses and Masters
- Different career paths, such as Barrister vs Solicitor
- Specialised training routes such as SQE or LPC
- Alternative routes, including Degree Apprenticeships and CILEX
Trusted by over 250 leading schools worldwide, The Lawyer Portal offers expert-led legal career guidance and tailored workshops to inspire your students. As part of our School Partnerships programme, we provide a 60-minute complimentary virtual talk to students, staff, and parents on ‘Routes into Law’.
Led by one of our expert consultants, this introduction helps students and their supporters stay up to date with the latest information on pathways into Law, including:
Preparing Students for a Legal Career
Becoming a lawyer requires a combination of academic qualifications, practical skills, and professional training. Typically, students need to complete a law degree or a qualifying conversion course, succeed in key assessments such as the LNAT, and gain relevant work experience through internships or vacation schemes.
Schools that partner with us
The Lawyer portal is a trusted resource for over 250 schools in the UK and worldwide—including Brighton College, Cardiff Sixth Form College, Francis Holland School and many other schools.
Pathways into Law
Our Pathways into Law session gives students a clear, structured overview of how to enter the legal profession in the UK. Delivered by one of our expert consultants, it breaks down the key academic, professional, and practical steps to a successful legal career. This 60-minute talk covers:
- Academic and professional pathways to becoming a solicitor or barrister
- Differences between these roles and the qualifications required for each
- How to choose the right universities for studying law, considering course content, teaching styles, and graduate outcomes
- Key application requirements, including UCAS personal statements, relevant skills/experience, and LNAT preparation
- The importance of securing internships, vacation schemes, and pupillages to gain practical experience
- Essential skills for legal careers—critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving—and how to develop them early
LNAT Workshop – Half Day
- Explanation of the LNAT format, structure, and scoring
- Section A strategies: tackling multiple-choice questions effectively
- Section B techniques: formulaic essay-writing approach to deliver consistently strong essays
- Insights into what examiners look for in LNAT essays
- Complimentary year-long access (for School Partners) to our LNAT Question Bank and Online LNAT Course (RRP £55 per student)
Our live, online half-day LNAT Workshop equips students with strategies to maximise their LNAT performance and strengthen applications to top law schools such as Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, UCL, and more. Delivered in interactive virtual classrooms, the 3-hour session focuses on both the multiple-choice and essay sections, with proven methods for consistent high scores.
The workshop includes:
Delivery & Pricing: Bespoke in-house online delivery for schools: £125 per student (minimum 7 students or flat fee £875)
Open-format courses available throughout the year for individual bookings
TLP LawSoc
- Understand the Law – Explore pathways into the profession and choose the right route
- Work in Legal Teams – Build collaboration, empathy, and client-facing skills
- Think Creatively & Be Commercially Aware – Develop innovation and commercial insight
- Communicate Like a Lawyer – Practise effective legal communication in real-world scenarios
- Solve Legal Problems – Tackle real cases and strengthen problem-solving skills
Developed in collaboration with The Lawyer Portal, Common Purpose, The University of Law, and leading law firms, TLP LawSoc offers eight interactive modules designed to prepare students for a career in law. Accessible via a flexible online platform, students can learn at school, at home, or on the go.
Modules include:
Pricing: £55 per student for year-long access; Unlimited school-wide access for £750
Mock trial
- Understand each stage of a criminal trial, from addressing the Judge to calling witnesses
- Prepare and present a case using authentic barrister and witness briefings
- Gain insight into courtroom roles by acting as barristers, witnesses, or jurors
- Develop critical thinking and advocacy skills with expert guidance
- Enhance CVs and Personal Statements by reflecting on preparation, learning, and suitability for a legal career
Our mock trials give aspiring lawyers a practical insight into how criminal trials work. Students step into the roles of barristers or witnesses, taking part from start to verdict, with feedback provided at the end.
Why Should You Book a Mock Trial?
Schools can join us for our public Mock Trial days throughout the year, or indeed host a bespoke event for your own students.
Pricing: £1000 for Online, £1500 for In-Person delivery
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Proven Success Stories
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Trusted by Our Partners
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Expert LNAT Tutors
Our LNAT tutors are trained to coach students through all aspects of the challenging LNAT tests.
