Remember that you don’t need to read this book cover to cover to get maximum benefit from it – it all depends on what path you choose, either before you open The Handbook or as you read it. This diagram illustrates the basic process of using The Handbook , from initial research to applying for a job – although don’t forget that any specific information you need that isn’t covered by the chapters mentioned elsewhere in the diagram is likely to be in the more specialist chapters of the book. The colour scheme is the same as the colours used to separate each section of The Handbook .
First steps Learn about the legal profession and identify the career you want:
• Solicitor versus barrister (page 10) • Alternative careers (page 42) • The legal scene (page 14) • Becoming a solicitor (page 111) • The Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (page 108) • Becoming a barrister (page 374)
Research Find out more about the qualifications and work experience you’ll need for your chosen profession, and learn about different careers available within it:
• Career timetable (page 13) • Work experience (whole section) • Postgraduate training (whole section) • Solicitors’ Practice Area Profiles (page 121) • Types of law firm (page 118) • Barristers’ Practice Area Profiles (page 381) • Types of chambers (page 378)
Launching your career Use The Handbook for details of how to apply for the right training contract or pupillage for you:
• Choosing where to apply (page 24) • Application technique (page 33) • Interview technique (page 36) • Training contract directory (whole section) • Pupillage directory (whole section)
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