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From hotel receptionist to Chartered Paralegal: Lizza's journey to achieving a lifelong ambition

For Lizza Frary, becoming a Chartered Paralegal is more than a professional milestone – it's the...

Member Spotlight: From outdoor clerk to Partner – how CILEX helped me build my legal career

David Isbister's legal career spans more than three decades. Starting as an outdoor clerk at just...

Member Spotlight: Why Katie chose CILEX as an alternative route into law

After graduating with an LLB and taking time out to travel, Katie Pinnell was preparing to follow...

Member Spotlight: How CILEX helped me build a rewarding legal career while working full-time

At 32, Janine Cowie was looking for a flexible route into law that would allow her to continue...

Why gaining Practice Rights was worth it

From Secretary to Self-Employed Litigator to Gaining Practice Rights

From Law Graduate to Future Family Lawyer: Why Alisha Chose the CILEX Pathway

For many aspiring lawyers, the journey from university to qualification can feel overwhelming -...

Celebrating Pro Bono Excellence: How the CILEX Community is Expanding Access to Justice

The publication of the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales marks a significant moment...

AI in Law Isn’t Coming — It’s Already Here. Are You Ready?

Artificial intelligence is no longer something on the horizon for the legal profession. It’s...

Careers Week 2026 kicks off today at CILEX Law School

CILEX Law School’s Careers Week starts today (23–27 March), bringing together legal professionals,...