Solicitors
Here are a range of links and resources to help you to find out more about the range of opportunities within the legal sector.
Here are our resources on Solicitors.
This Facebook site has been set up for Law students at the University of Aberdeen. It will be used to post careers information, jobs, events and topics specifically for Law students. We also welcome discussion within the site regarding law careers issues.
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www.facebook.com/abdnlawcareers Website includes database of all member law firms in Scotland which you can search by location and area of law. Also check out the New Lawyers resources which includes links to a trainee podcast.
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www.lawscot.org.uk Jobs section of the Law Society of Scotland website set up to create a central resource of available legal traineeships and summer placements in Scotland.
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www.lawscotjobs.co.uk/traineeships SALC is the representative organisation for Scotland's community and user controlled law centres. All law centres are charities and aim to tackle the unmet legal needs of those in poverty and disadvantage. This website lists contact details for all law centres in Scotland.
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http://www.govanlc.com/salc News, events and jobs in Scottish law. Facility to get email updates about jobs and what's happening in the Scottish legal sector. Good for researching what's happening at the firms you might be applying for.
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www.scottishlegal.com The Chambers Guides list the top lawyers in 175 countries, providing independent rankings and editorial commentary. You can search their online directory by location and area of specialism
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www.chambersandpartners.com Provide access to justice for those eligible and in need of it, in a cost-effective manner. Search for legal aid solicitors across Scotland by region.
Search recommended law firms worldwide using location and areas of specialism. Vital resource for researching areas of law and law firms to apply to.
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www.legal500.com
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Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.
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www.prospects.ac.uk/links/solicitornonco... The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. From negotiating with and lobbying the profession's regulators, government and others, to offering training and advice, we're here to help, protect and promote solicitors across England and Wales. Website includes searchable database of member firms with an advanced search for those approved to offer training contracts.
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www.lawsociety.org.uk Detailed information on a specific job role from the Prospects website. Information is available on the activities of the role, salary, conditions, entry requirements, training, career development, typical employers/vacancy sources, case studies, contacts and resources.
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www.prospects.ac.uk/links/solicitorscot Survey of law firms in Aberdeen area conducted summer 2007 indicating whether they offer work experience and/or traineeships. This survey is due to be replaced January 2011.
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A survey of law firms with 5 partners or less in the Edinburgh (EH postcode) area conducted in 2010.
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Careers information and details of courses offered by the College of Law (PgDL/CPE and LPC)in England & Wales
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www.college-of-law.co.uk If you've had your traineeship deferred or have completed your DLP but not found a traineeship yet, this document contains advice from law firm recruiters on how to maximise your chances and make the most of your time in-between.
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Find out information about companies from their own employees. This website allows you to read quotes from employees about what it is like to work for a particular company and what their selection process involves. If you are considering a career in Law, there is also a Law Firms guide available for free download. Alternatively, the a hard copy of the guide is available for reference from the Careers Service library.
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www.insidebuzz.co.uk/home.html Advice and tips on how to prepare winning traineeship applications. Compiled by the Trainee Solicitor Surgery website.
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Graduates in Law may apply for a two-year traineeship with the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service. 25 trainees are taken on each year. Applicants must have completed a Law Degree gained at a Scottish University. Recruitment of trainees takes place annually, normally around December or January.
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www.crownoffice.gov.uk The Central Applications Board have announced a revised timetable for submitting applications for full-time LPC and GDL courses, effective from October 2011. Full details can be found at the link below.
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