Look for opportunity. You can’t wait for it to knock on the door... you might not be home.
(Jinger Heath, Chairman, BeautiControl Inc.)
You’ve worked hard to get where you are as a qualified solicitor. The years of study and work in one of the most demanding professions have opened doors. But, are you aware of all the legal career opportunities presenting themselves?
At totallylegal.com we want to help you make the most of your opportunities. That's why we’ve started a new occasional series of articles to highlight the various legal opportunities available – even some you may never have considered before.
So, why not read on to find out the legal career opportunities available to you...
Legal Opportunities in Dubai
Less than 20 years ago, Dubai largely consisted of a large port and lots and lots of sand. Since then, Dubai, one of the seven emirates that form the United Arab Emirates, has been transformed into one of the world's leading financial centres, a new Hong Kong in the desert, full of gleaming steel and glass and a magnet for expatriate professionals looking for a life under the sun in a zero-tax environment...
Legal Opportunities in Australia and New Zealand
Australia has long been the destination of choice for many British lawyers. Warm weather, beach culture, an abundance of sporting and leisure opportunities and improving professional prospects adds up to a potent package for those looking to escape the grey skies and morning crush on the tube and trains. Weather perhaps aside, similar qualities also attract lawyers to New Zealand, its arguably more beautiful neighbour to the South. The good news for UK lawyers, and Aussies and Kiwis looking to return home, is that both are currently enjoying thriving legal markets. So, whether it's starting a new life, a few years in the sun or a return home, there hasn't been a better time to make the move.
Legal Opportunities In-house
Ever considered taking the big leap and working in-house? Find out all about what may lie ahead if you do – the working culture, the pros and cons and possible repercussions for your general career advancement.
And for those of you thinking of becoming a General Counsel, why not get the inside story on what it’s like? We’ve spoken to a former European General Counsel for Eastman Kodak Company to come up with the Top Tips for Lawyers Looking to Become a General Counsel.
Legal Opportunities in Scotland
We've put together a comprehensive guide to living, working and raising a family in Scotland. Covering Edinburgh, Glasgow, the surrounding regions and their law firms, this is a must read if you are considering a move up North.
Legal Opportunities in Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, the East Midlands and Leeds
Our comprehensive guide to what it’s like to work and live in Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, the East Midlands and Leeds, We’ve listed the top firms, tell you what type of lawyer they’re after and have the low-down on where to go out, where to live, where to shop and more.
Legal Opportunities as a Newly Qualified Solicitor
Contemplating your next move as your training contract nears its end? Make sure you have all your bases covered – find out what you should be considering and the best ways of going about it.
And why not tell us how else we can help?
Of course, we appreciate that these articles only cover some of the things you may be thinking about. So, why not tell us what other areas you would like us to feature. Please feel free to contact Claire at cwhisker@totallylegal.com and we will do our best to make sure they are covered in future articles.
In the meantime, good luck with your search.
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