Education & Training

Articles

7 Mar 2014

The LLM: do not underestimate the value of developing expertise

Achieving an LLM qualification provides the opportunity to stand out from the crowd, says Simon Boyes

11 Feb 2014

Why is avoiding maths so common in the profession?

Why do so many people involved in legal learning and practice baulk at the idea of dealing confidently and proficiently with numbers, asks Louise Taylor

28 Jan 2014

Investing in training models for tomorrow

We must start taking responsibility for nurturing the next generation of talent, says Kathryn Taylor

3 Jan 2014

Distance learning is part of a modern-day law school

As the legal sector evolves, flexible learning plays a pivotal role in enhancing learning experiences, says Simon Boyes

16 Dec 2013

Rules of engagement: developing an effective learning programme

Understanding business goals and engaging with key stakeholders in your firm are essential steps to run an effective skills development programme, says Jamie Butler as he shares 'his experience of starting one from scratch

9 Dec 2013

There simply aren't enough training contracts to go around

Law students are misinformed about training contracts, says Marilyn Stowe

3 Dec 2013

The training of both judges and lawyers must change to suit a new, hybrid justice system

As court practice and procedure evolve, there is an urgent need for lawyers, judges and legal trainers to consider how they should move towards a more inquisitorial justice system, says District Judge Harold Godwin

3 Dec 2013

Ready, steady, LETR

The legal education review warm-up is over, says Melissa Hardee, as she urges firms to start considering how they could implement a range of possible changes to training and qualification requirements