Helen Newson
Bethany’s journey into law: Building a career while learning on the job
For Bethany, building a career in law has meant finding a route that combines professional...
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From receptionist to CILEX Lawyer: Naomi Powell’s journey to Practice Rights
For Naomi, a career in law was never something she imagined would be possible. Today, she is a...
5 minute read
Meet Claire Miller: Bringing a new perspective to the CILEX Professional Board
From office junior to business owner and one of CILEX’s first Chartered Paralegals, Claire Miller’s...
4 minute read
Why gaining Practice Rights was worth it
From Secretary to Self-Employed Litigator to Gaining Practice Rights
4 minute read
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 -...
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From Performer to Lawyer and onto the Judiciary - an International Women's Day interview
For International Women’s Day, we spoke with CILEX Fellow, Natasha Francis-Thompson. Natasha, grew...
5 minute read
Rebuilding, Reimagining and Rising: How Victoria Martyn Became a Lawyer at 34
When the world shut down in 2020, many faced uncertainty. For Victoria Martyn, it marked the start...
2 minute read
From Apprentice to Partner at 30: A Story of Purpose, Perseverance and the Power of Giving Back
When Paige stepped into the legal world at just 17, she did so not through the traditional...
4 minute read