Competition Time: How to Prepare for the National Speed Mooting Competition (And Keep Your Nerves in Check)

Competition Time: How to Prepare for the National Speed Mooting Competition (And Keep Your Nerves in Check)

Competition Time: How to Prepare for the National Speed Mooting Competition (And Keep Your Nerves in Check)John Dove
Published on: 18/09/2026

Practical advice for competition day : how to prepare your submissions, manage nerves, handle judicial questions and use feedback to improve after each round.

The Commercial Awareness Question That Catches Everyone Out (And How to Answer It)

The Commercial Awareness Question That Catches Everyone Out (And How to Answer It)

The Commercial Awareness Question That Catches Everyone Out (And How to Answer It)Hayley Dove
Published on: 19/08/2026

Practical advice on answering commercial awareness questions by connecting current affairs to business impact, client needs and legal work.

Why Public Speaking Matters for Every Lawyer (Barrister or Solicitor)

Why Public Speaking Matters for Every Lawyer (Barrister or Solicitor)

Why Public Speaking Matters for Every Lawyer (Barrister or Solicitor)John Dove
Published on: 14/08/2026

Public speaking matters for every lawyer, barrister or solicitor. Build the confidence, clarity and structure behind strong advocacy.

Solicitor vs Barrister: Which Path Is Right for You?

Solicitor vs Barrister: Which Path Is Right for You?

Solicitor vs Barrister: Which Path Is Right for You?Hayley Dove
Published on: 06/08/2026

Solicitor or barrister — which path is right for you? A breakdown of the daily roles, training routes, work environments, and how to choose.

Are You Making These 7 Mistakes in Your Pupillage Application? (And How to Fix Them)

Are You Making These 7 Mistakes in Your Pupillage Application? (And How to Fix Them)

Are You Making These 7 Mistakes in Your Pupillage Application? (And How to Fix Them)John Dove
Published on: 31/07/2026

7 common mistakes aspiring barristers make in their pupillage applications and how to fix each one — from generic answers to missing advocacy experience.

Civil Submissions Made Simple: Your Next Step in Courtroom Advocacy

Civil Submissions Made Simple: Your Next Step in Courtroom Advocacy

Civil Submissions Made Simple: Your Next Step in Courtroom AdvocacyJohn Dove
Published on: 22/07/2026

A practical guide to civil submissions and how the Legal Skills Academy session on 28th July works. Materials provided, no drafting, just structured practice.