The Legal Ladder
Interested in a legal career but unsure where to start? You've come to the right place! This podcast is a collection of casual conversations with industry experts, helping to shed some light on the ins and outs of the legal profession. What kind of roles are out there for lawyers? What actually goes on behind those job titles? Which path should I take? This podcast will help you answer those questions, making those big decisions in your legal career that little bit easier, and giving you a leg up on the legal ladder.
The Legal Ladder
2. Securing a Training Contract & Vacation Schemes with Edward Platts
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Lauren Burke
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Season 1
In this episode I speak to Edward Platts, a future trainee solicitor at Herbert Smith Freehills and a recent non-law graduate. Ed talks us through what actually happens on a vacation scheme, how to secure that all-important training contract, and offers some insight into how non-law students in particular can make sure they stand out throughout the process.