Is a Law Apprenticeship Right for Me? Quiz

Do you already know the kind of law firm you want to work in?*
- Yes, I have decided on a particular firm which appeals to me the most. I am keen to build a positive relationship with this firm at an early stage and start developing my practical skills.
- I have not decided on my preferred firm or specialism. I would like to get some academic and practical experience in a range of firms and practice areas before I decide on one.
- There are several areas of law which I am interested in and I have found a firm which I would like to work in. However, I have not yet decided whether I want to specialise at an early stage in my career or have the time to study and experience more practice areas.

Do you prefer structured academic study or would you like to learn on the job and study mostly in your own time?*
- I have no particular preference; I enjoy applying my knowledge practically as well analysing theoretical elements of a subject. I will do my best to tackle whatever challenges are thrown at me!
- I have a practical mind-set and I enjoy applying everything I learn to real-life situations. I think my work would re-enforce everything I learn and I feel comfortable fitting my academic commitments around full-time work.
- I enjoy academic study and would prefer to dedicate some time exclusively to academic study before practicing in a particular area of law. I like conducting research and discussing topics with those who are just as passionate about academic study as I am.

Would you like to become a barrister?*
- Yes. I would really like to work as a barrister. I like the idea of working independently and arguing a case in court. Public speaking is one of my key strengths and I am keen to develop my legal knowledge in order to improve my debating skills.
- No. Working as a paralegal, solicitor or chartered legal executive appeals to me the most. I like the idea of being in contact with clients every day and I want to work as part of a team.
- I am not yet sure whether the solicitor / chartered legal executive or barrister route would appeal to me most. There are elements of all career paths which appeal to me but I need more thinking time and experience before I can decide.

Are you worried about securing a training contract?*
- I am quite concerned about how challenging it can be to secure a training contract. For this reason, I would like to start working as soon as possible so that I can get on the career ladder.
- I think there is an element of competition in any profession and it all depends on a whole range of factors. Therefore, my decision about how to qualify will not wholly depend on the challenges of securing employment.
- I know securing a training contract can be a challenge but I would prefer the range of experience which a training contract would give me. I would complete up to four seats in different areas of law in my first two years of practice. Also, competition for law apprenticeships can also be very high.

Is cost important to you?*
- While cost is a consideration, it is much more important for me to enjoy my route to qualification and have a genuine interest in the range of subjects I study. I would be prepared to incur extra fees to achieve this.
- I would much prefer to qualify debt free and not have to worry about paying off any student loans. The chance to earn as I learn and have my training sponsored is particularly appealing.
- I think there are a wide range of ways to prepare yourself for a successful legal career, but cost is not the major deciding factor for me.

Would you like to start working as soon as you can?*
- While I am looking forward to working as a lawyer I think I would also enjoy the study of law - ultimately I think my decision is based on other factors.
- I would prefer to study law in-depth before applying it in practice. I feel would be the best way to prepare for practice.
- Yes, the reason I want to qualify as a lawyer is because I want to practice law so I would definitely like to gain work experience as early on in my career as possible.

What appeals to you about university?*
- I am really keen to have the experience of studying a subject in depth and I feel university would be the best place to do this. I would also really like to have the social and life experiences which come with attending university.
- I think some people really want to have the university experience, however I do not necessarily think it is worth it. The high cost of university deters me from pursing a degree and I feel my practical way of thinking is not best suited to detailed academic study.
- I think there are many positives to attending university and I think it is an attractive option, however completing an apprenticeship and learning on the job also appeals to me so I do not feel that completing a degree is my only option.

How much legal work experience have you completed?*
- I have a considerable amount of work experience in a particular firm or a specific field and I know I want to carry on working in this area of law in the future.
- I have some work experience in different areas of law but I know I would like to complete a few more placements before I decide on my preferred field. I do not want to narrow down my options too early on.
- I have completed a bit of work experience in a range of job sectors and while I like the idea of becoming a lawyer, I am not completely sure whether I want to pursue this career path.

Why do you want a legal career?*
- I think law is an incredibly interesting subject and the study of law is what appeals to me. I think a thorough academic knowledge of law will only make me a better lawyer.
- I am not sure whether I want to pursue a legal career. I like the idea of practicing and studying law but I have yet to decide on my future career path.
- I am fascinated by the practice of law and I want to start developing my skills and really helping people as soon as possible.
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