Breaking Barriers: Hayley’s Journey from a Liverpool Council Estate to Commercial Law

Breaking Barriers: Hayley’s Journey from a Liverpool Council Estate to Commercial Law

Breaking Barriers: Hayley’s Journey from a Liverpool Council Estate to Commercial LawHayley Dove
Published on: 15/05/2026

Hayley’s path from a council estate to commercial law: beating imposter syndrome to lead the way.

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Lessons from the Birmingham Advocacy Workshop

Lessons from the Birmingham Advocacy Workshop

Lessons from the Birmingham Advocacy WorkshopJohn Dove
Published on: 14/05/2026

6 key takeaways on persuasion and advocacy from our University of Birmingham Advocacy Workshop.

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5 Things Aspiring Barristers Should Be Doing This Summer

5 Things Aspiring Barristers Should Be Doing This Summer

5 Things Aspiring Barristers Should Be Doing This SummerJohn Dove
Published on: 13/05/2026

5 tips for aspiring barristers: audit feedback, refine advocacy, and remember to enjoy your summer!

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10 Top Tips for a Killer Legal CV

10 Top Tips for a Killer Legal CV

10 Top Tips for a Killer Legal CVHayley Dove
Published on: 12/05/2026

10 tips for a killer law student CV: focus on advocacy, tailoring, and commercial awareness.

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Sentencing Act 2026: Updates You Should Know About

Sentencing Act 2026: Updates You Should Know About

Sentencing Act 2026: Updates You Should Know AboutJohn Dove
Published on: 11/05/2026

A deep dive into the Sentencing Act 2026 and the impact on the plea in mitigation.

InsightsCommercial Awareness
Pupillage Offer Day: The Good, The Great, and The ‘Not Just Yet’

Pupillage Offer Day: The Good, The Great, and The ‘Not Just Yet’

Pupillage Offer Day: The Good, The Great, and The ‘Not Just Yet’John Dove
Published on: 08/05/2026

Navigating Pupillage Offer Day: Tips for wins, multiple offers, and turning "no" into 2027 success.

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