The Hot 100 career quiz: Chadwick Lawrence’s Asma Iqbal
“Do not be afraid of challenges, obstacles, knock-backs and believe in yourself.”
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“Do not be afraid of challenges, obstacles, knock-backs and believe in yourself.”
“Don’t rush critical strategy decisions. Better to take some time to consider; as time passes, more information, and further consideration and consultation usually help get to the right judgment call.”
“I was intimidated by the profession when I started out.”
When I was growing up, I didn’t know a single gay person (no-one was out either at school or at college) and the only famous out gay person I can recall from the time was Julian Clary. He was so different to everything I knew about myself that I couldn’t possibly identify with him. I […]
Klara Slater, a new tenant at 4PB, provides some tips for tackling the pupillage application process and making the most of your first six when you get there.
Name: Paul Mann Organisation: Squire Patton Boggs Based: Leeds Role: European head of private equity Trained at: Hammonds Year qualified: 2005 Read his Hot 100 profile here What’s your most vivid memory from being a trainee? We had a rotational training contract which allowed me to spend time in each of our London, Birmingham and […]
It is a common misconception that the Crown Court backlog arose during the pandemic. Unfortunately for many prosecutors, defenders and victims, this has been a growing issue for several years before we saw the devastating impact of the virus. The pandemic acted as a catalyst, taking a fault that was already present within the criminal […]
Making partner is a great achievement, but how do you make the transition process as smooth as possible?
A deep breath. My pulse quickens. I still vividly recall coming out to my first supervisor as a trainee at my previous firm. Although I was already out to my intake, somehow having the conversation with a senior felt much more difficult, more risky. It’s a conversation which, of course, many LGBTQ+ individuals find themselves […]
“Judges are now firmly trained out of playing silly games which undermine trust in the system.”
Coming out. I think and hope that people who identify as heterosexual are starting to realise that it isn’t a one-time event but something that those who identify as having a different sexuality have to do on a regular basis. It is a decision; a decision you make every time you meet someone for the […]
“Don’t write anything you wouldn’t be happy to have read back to you in court.”
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