Career Prospects


Law is a vast and varied profession, so if you are interested in entering the field of law, it’s important to understand the different job functions that fall within the scope of being a lawyer. Most people know attorneys or barristers, but the field is far more encompassing. Some lawyers work in private practices, either as self-employed attorneys or as associates or partners in large law firms. Additional employment sites include city, county, state, federal law enforcement and many more.

Pros

  • Good salary

Cons

  • Expense of law school
  • Potential of low salary at first
  • Unable to find work as market flooded
  • Long hours

Key articles for law graduates and trainees

Go Abroad China

Go Abroad China is an established and leading provider of paid internships in China and Chinese language programme in China. For over 13 years, our dynamic and guaranteed programmes have attracted over 4000 talented undergraduates, graduates and young professionals from over 80 countries globally, who have all gained professional and interpersonal skills, keeping them ahead […]

Immigration Advice Service

The Immigration Advice Service specialises in a wide range of UK visa applications. Our expert immigration lawyers can provide advice, practical assistance and professional representation to guide you through the application and decison-making process from start to finish. We will be on hand at GradJobs Live! to offer one-to-one advice. If you require a visa […]

Metropolitan Police Service

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is the territorial police force responsible for law enforcement in Greater London. The Met also has significant national responsibilities, such as co-ordinating and leading on UK-wide national counter-terrorism matters, the protection of the senior members of the British Royal Family and also the protection of members of The Cabinet and […]

Mountbatten Program

The Mountbatten Program was established in 1984 to connect top global businesses with the brightest young professionals. We provide a career-defining program of international internship in a leading organization, optional Masters post-grad study program, and cultural exchange, along with a powerful alumni network of more than 7,000 people across 45 countries. We create opportunities for […]

Simmons & Simmons

Firm profile Simmons & Simmons is a leading international law firm with fully integrated teams working throughout Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Our vision is to continue to be a leading global law firm through our sector focus, which is underpinned by our ambition to provide our clients with high quality advice and deliver […]

Virtual Internships

Remote internships are available with companies of varying size, sector and industry so that you can gain valuable experience with companies tailored to your choice and so boost your CV. There are fantastic opportunities for you to do an internship with international or domestic companies, without having to worry about the travel and living costs. […]

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