Reflecting on Our Biggest Plea in Mitigation Competition Yet

Reflecting on Our Biggest Plea in Mitigation Competition Yet

Reflecting on Our Biggest Plea in Mitigation Competition YetHayley Dove
Published on: 24/06/2026

We brought together 200 aspiring advocates for our biggest Plea in Mitigation competition yet. Hrishiraj shares his journey, judges weigh in, and we break down why this advocacy skill matters for your legal career.

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Public Speaking: Terrifying, Necessary, Attainable: My Reflections on Speed Mooting's Public Speaking Course

Public Speaking: Terrifying, Necessary, Attainable: My Reflections on Speed Mooting's Public Speaking Course

Public Speaking: Terrifying, Necessary, Attainable: My Reflections on Speed Mooting's Public Speaking CourseMiriam Fagan Law
Published on: 18/06/2026

Practical tips and confidence boosts from Speed Mooting's Public Speaking Course.

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Social Mobility Day: Is the Legal Profession Still a Private Club?

Social Mobility Day: Is the Legal Profession Still a Private Club?

Social Mobility Day: Is the Legal Profession Still a Private Club?John Dove
Published on: 12/06/2026

Is law still a private club? For Social Mobility Day 2026, we talk grit, Hayley’s council estate roots, and how the Northern Pupillage Fair levels the field. Your story isn’t a limit—it’s a superpower

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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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