Case studies
We’re working towards social mobility, diversity and inclusion in our firm - and our profession.
Our people are passionate about working in a diverse environment and making sure opportunities are offered to everyone, regardless of their background. Here we shine a spotlight on those who have overcome barriers, challenged the status quo and forged their own path into the legal industry.
Career advice: Hollie Ingram
Hollie Ingram, legal assistant, talks about the advice she would give to her 16 year old self and what she enjoys about her role.
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Career stories: Laura Morland
Laura Morland, legal assistant, gives her advice on getting into law, ignoring the preconceptions, the diverse and friendly environment she works in and how she is making the most of learning on the job.
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Career stories: Beth Nixon
Beth Nixon, Associate, doesn’t let anything hold her back and often finds the story of her ‘unconventional’ journey into law met with surprise.
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Career stories: Chantice Kyle
Chantice Kyle, Trainee Solicitor: "Some may say my journey into law has been somewhat unusual. Nine years ago, I was settling into my undergraduate degree at The University of Manchester studying Adult Nursing."
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Career stories: Jasmine Shokar
Jasmine Shokar, Trainee Solicitor: "I knew I would have to work so much harder than most of my peers but that wasn’t going to stop me."
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Career stories: Lynette Wieland
Perseverance, passion, and persistence fuelled Associate, Lynette Wieland’s route into law.
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Career stories: Makhala Kirwan
Makhala Kirwan, Trainee Solicitor: "I set out to best position myself to attain a lawyer training contract from as early as possible."
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My legal life: Kulpreet Virdi
Kulpreet's interest in tech ultimately led to the world of intellectual property.
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ achieves top accreditation in UK Government’s Disability Confident employer scheme
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Advancing social mobility in business: Insights and best practices
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ appoints first General Counsel
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ’s private sector lawyers' reaction to the Autumn Budget 2024
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ achieves record rankings across full service offering
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ tops employer index for social mobility
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ's Fiona Butler shortlisted for Employed Bar Award
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Summer Vacation Scheme 2024: Sophie Ewin
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ strengthens Welsh private sector practice with new Corporate Partner appointment
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ achieves record financial results with turnover of £118m
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ appoints new Head of Education Employment
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Welsh Government welcomes students to the Senedd as it supports °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ’s FAIRE social mobility programme
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ announces fifteen partner and legal director promotions for 2024
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ wins Social Mobility Initiative award at Legal 500 ESG Awards
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Three newly-qualified solicitors join °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ’s education team
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ announces Nick MacKenzie to succeed Mark Blois as head of °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ’s education team
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ officially launches REACH mentoring scheme to support aspiring Black lawyers
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ announces new firmwide Head of Employment
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ scoops two accolades at The Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ launches free job simulator to give aspiring barristers a taste of life in legal profession
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A week in the life of a solicitor apprentice at °ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ
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Solicitor apprenticeship: Dispelling the myths
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Advice for those considering a legal apprenticeship
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ launches new pro bono strategy in partnership with LawWorks
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Making a difference: Working in mental health and mental capacity law
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ appoints new Dublin Corporate Partner amidst firm growth in the Irish market
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ bolsters presence in Wales with three new appointments
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ wins Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Award for Small Employers at the Personnel Today Awards 2023
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ recognised in O Shaped’s inaugural O List showcasing legal profession trailblazers
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ win Social Mobility Initiative of the Year at the European Diversity Awards 2023
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ launches dedicated team to advance Socioeconomic Diversity
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ ranked as leading specialists across an impressive 38 practice areas in Chambers & Partners UK guide
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ wins Equality and Diversity Award at the National BCC Business Awards
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°ÄÃÅÁùºÏ²Ê×ÊÁÏ hits the top tier across 27 practice areas for the first time in Legal 500 UK guide
