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Legal Outreach Project: Legal Know-How
The Legal Outreach project is excited to launch its weekly "Legal Know-How" blog. Check out our posts below.


Why I Chose to Study Law
Written by Madeleine Truffy “You’re studying law? So you’re going to be a lawyer, right?” Not quite. I have always been more interested in politics, diplomacy and international relations. My long-term ambition is to work for the United Nations or a global NGO, advocating for women’s rights, sustainable development and environmental protection. Yet here I am, surrounded by case law, reading judicial decisions and analysing statutes. At first glance, this might seem like a digr

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1 day ago2 min read


How Laws Are Made in the UK: A Beginner’s Guide
Written by Shobhinie Ganendiran Have you ever wondered who decides what’s legal or illegal, or how new rules that affect our daily lives come into existence? From social media regulations to equality protections, every law starts somewhere. Understanding how laws are made isn’t just for lawyers — it’s the foundation of knowing your rights and how society works. If you’re thinking about studying law or just curious about how decisions are made in the UK, here’s a simple guide

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Nov 102 min read


The UCAS Marathon: What Eliud Kipchoge Taught Me About Law School
Written by Chelsea Uzoh As someone who loves watching sports and plays competitive netball, I’ve always admired the discipline behind remarkable athletic achievements. Eliud Kipchoge’s sub-two-hour marathon in the Ineos 1:59 Challenge is one of the most inspiring examples of this. On 12 October 2019, he ran 26.2 miles in 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 40.2 seconds, breaking a barrier once thought impossible. His success wasn't just about talent; it was the result of careful preparat

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Oct 272 min read


Aspiring To Become A Solicitor As A Non-Law Student: Essential Skills To Develop
Written by S.A In recent years, there has been more awareness on the conversion route known as the PGDL to successfully become a...

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May 222 min read


What I Learnt from My Gap Year
Written by Irisa Chai January 2023: Rejections I got rejected from my top-choice universities. I had two options, accept my backup choice...

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May 173 min read


Studying Law in the UK versus the US
Written by Emily Liesegang Introduction The paths to becoming a lawyer in the United Kingdom and the United States differ significantly,...

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Apr 113 min read


AI Isn’t Just a Tool—It’s a Client: How AI Systems Are Reshaping Client Expectations in Commercial Law
Written by Jade Jewel Wadyajena As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly integrates into every facet of business operations, a striking...

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Apr 84 min read


Guide to Different Legal Careers
Written by Fatima Halawi There are a lot of opportunities for career development within the legal sector and it can be daunting to try to...

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Mar 203 min read


How Psychology Can Explain Criminality
Written by Zeina Ewiss Criminality defined as “behaviour that is contrary or forbidden by criminal law” has often been hard to explain,...

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Mar 29, 20243 min read
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