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Speaking of Law: Why not? What’s the worst that could happen?

"Why not? What’s the worst that could happen?” – Embracing a New Chapter through the CILEX Judicial...

Speaking of Law: The Other Route. Why I Took the Road Less Travelled into Law

I didn’t follow the traditional route into law. In fact, at one point, I wasn’t sure I’d make it...

Speaking of Law: From Paralegal to CILEX Lawyer: My Journey Into In-House Law

My legal journey has been anything but traditional. After earning my Juris Doctor in Hong Kong and...

Speaking of Law: What Becoming a CILEX Member Means to Me

For many, the journey into the legal profession follows a traditional path. But for those of us who...

Speaking of Law: A Week in My Life & Journey to Becoming a Chartered Paralegal

My name is Dawn and I’m an Associate (Chartered Paralegal) at Trethowans LLP, specialising in...

CILEX 2025 Salary Survey: Key insights

With legal employers navigating a shifting landscape and demand growing for mid-level talent, the...

Speaking of Law: What would I say to my younger self?

When I left school after sixth form (an indulgence – my siblings didn’t go and my parents could not...