Student experiences and opportunities

Ava Hopkins, fourth year LLB student at the University of Strathclyde tells us why saying yes to opportunities can set you up for success in your legal career.

Olivia Parker, Careers Development Officer at the Law Society of Scotland, discusses Legal Cheek's recent event for students hosted by Pinsent Masons, focusing on how innovation in technology is changing the face of the profession.

Last week we were joined by insight student Bethan Davies, who's just about to start sixth year. Here's what she thought about her week!

Matthew Sharpe a fourth year LLB student at the University of Glasgow explains how LLB students can get some experience under their belt even at an early stage.

Ross Wilson, fourth year LLB student at Glasgow Caledonian University and Joint Director of their Law Clinic discusses how his involvement with the clinic has complemented his studies

Aimee Godfrey, a Diploma in Legal Practice student at Dundee University explains how a summer placement at a law firm helped get her legal career up and running.

Caitlin Alexander a third year LLB student at the University of Glasgow, currently studying at the University of Oslo. She will undertake a Vacation Scheme with Shepherd and Wedderburn upon her return.

Neil Brannigan, a second-year law student at the University of Stirling explains why Street Law is a fantastic outreach opportunity to become involved with while studying law.

Here are some of the key questions our panel received from a recent information session for prospective mentors.

David Meiklejohn, second year LLB student at the University of Glasgow, talks about how mooting alongside studying the law allows you to enhance your skills.

Ross Wallace, a diploma student at the University of Glasgow, offers some guidance to law students on the dark arts of networking.