Law Career Paths

You'll need to decide whether you want to become a Solicitor or a Barrister pretty early on in your training. Here's what you need to know.

Find out what a solicitor does, what kind of solicitors there are and how you can become one.

Discover what you need to do in order to become a barrister, and learn more about career progression.

Learn more about the different law courses and degrees - both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Legal internships help aspiring lawyers enter the legal field without hefty training costs and more experience. Is this a good pathway for you?

You can become a lawyer without formal qualifications if you choose CILEX training, and it only takes five or six years!

Legal secretaries are an essential part of a legal department, assisting with its smooth running. Read more about the role here.

Paralegals are vital members of any legal team. Find out more about the role, what qualifications you need and what you could potentially earn.

More and more Solicitors are now undertaking qualifications which entitle them similar rights to barristers. Find out more about solicitor advocates.

You've probably heard of the term "taking silk". But what does it mean? Read about this highly respected role.

While becoming a judge is a very competitive process, it is possible if you gain certain qualifications and skills. Read more.

Take a look at our featured law firms to get key information like areas of practice and find open opportunities.