Careers in Law
Information for law and non-law students considering a career in the legal profession.
Want to find out about becoming a solicitor or barrister, whether or not your first degree is in law? Not sure about where to look for work experience or how to apply for training contracts or pupillage? Need help with applying for the LPC / BPTC (formerly the Bar Vocational Course or BVC) Use the links below to access a range of resources to help you. There are also links for anyone considering alternative careers within or beyond the legal profession:
Law talks onlineView our online talks covering a range of topics relevant to anyone considering a career in the legal profession, whether or not your first degree is in law. |
Law briefingsInvestigate our series of ‘Law briefings’ available on the right hand menu, covering everything from qualifying as a lawyer to getting your first position. |
Legal services resourcesMake use of the ‘Information Resources’ section which lists law directories and handbooks available in the Careers Service and essential law websites for law and non-law students. |
Vacancy websitesWhere to look for work experience and post- graduation opportunities in the legal profession. You should also login to MUSE and search the Careers Service myVacancies database. |
What's OnSearch the What's On Diary regularly using "law" as your keyword. We have an extensive range of talks, workshops and employer presentations as well as one of the largest law fairs in the country. Check for external fairs and events happening outside of Sheffield. |
Don't want to be a solicitor or barrister?Career choices with lawRead the briefing sheet available on the right hand menu which provides information on alternative careers for anyone who wants to work in a legal setting but not as a qualified lawyer. |
Careers with my degreeNot sure you want to be lawyer, or just curious about the alternatives? Use our Careers with my Degree section to explore other options. |
Need further advice or information?Visit the Careers Service388 Glossop Road, Sheffield. Copies of law publications are available for reference or take away. |
| Careers Advisers offer brief advice sessions morning and afternoon in semester. Call into the Careers Service or phone us on 0114 222 0910 for more information.
If you have an information query, ask one of our Information Specialists based at the Careers Service. They are experts in retrieving information on a whole range of enquiries. |
Email Enquiry ServiceIf you find it difficult to visit the Careers Service, contact us via our Email Enquiry Service. Just fill in the form explaining your query as fully as possible. |