Episode 24: virtual vacation schemes and social mobility – with Emily Digby
The LawCareers.Net PodcastShow Notes
In this episode we speak to future trainee Emily Digby about virtual vacation schemes, what it’s like to be a socially mobile candidate entering the legal profession and more generally, diversity and inclusion in law firms. Plus Emily shares her top tips and common mistakes that she sees in law firm applications.
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Emily’s LCN Says – Social mobility: six tips for harnessing your strengths in the legal profession: https://www.lawcareers.net/Explore/LCNSays/Social-mobility-six-tips-for-harnessing-your-strengths-in-the-legal-profession
STRIVE (mentoring programme for socially mobile candidates): www.striveconsultants.co.uk
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