If you are considering a career as a solicitor, you need this book It is a definitive guide containing everything you need to know to give you your best possible shot at getting a solicitor's training contract with a large UK law firm. The author strongly believes these jobs should be open to everyone, not just those who went to the "right" schools or who have the best personal contacts. This book levels the playing field and makes sure all readers have their best shot at success The author was an Associate at one of the top city firms and has written this guide based on his recent personal experience of the recruitment process and his extensive work with graduate recruitment during his time with the firm. The book deconstructs and demystifies the application process arming you with all the knowledge you need to make sure you put your best foot forward. Now more than ever you will need all the help you can get to secure a place, as competition is fierce for the best firms. This book will give you the edge by explaining the entire journey starting from whether a career as a solicitor is for you all the way through to the interview. What's inside: - An introduction to a career in law - what is it that you are potentially getting involved with? - Are you made of the right stuff? How to conquer common insecurities - What is commercial awareness and how to get it - How to get relevant work experience that counts - The application form and process - How to be incredible at interview (with sample questions and answers) In short, it is packed with concise simple to follow guidance on every stage of the recruitment process, so you know exactly what is coming when you apply and to ensure that you are one of graduate recruitment's "must hires" For a small financial investment this book will save you hours of time spent understanding what you need to do and will put you way ahead of the vast majority of the competition by giving you the inside track. A small price to pay for a greatly improved chance of success Also check out our new website www.obiter.co.uk which has interviews with practising solicitors and a link to our video tutorials