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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Bar Course Survival Guide: 5 Things to Do Before Day One

Bar Course Survival Guide: 5 Things to Do Before Day One

Bar Course Survival Guide: 5 Things to Do Before Day OneJohn Dove
Published on: 30/06/2026

Kicking off the Bar Course? Master advocacy, practitioner texts & commercial awareness before day one with our survival guide for aspiring barristers.

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SQE2 Advocacy 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering the Plea in Mitigation

SQE2 Advocacy 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering the Plea in Mitigation

SQE2 Advocacy 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering the Plea in MitigationJohn Dove
Published on: 17/06/2026

Crush your SQE2 advocacy! Learn to master the plea in mitigation and delver with confidence.

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