Why Not Law?
A free virtual legal insight workshop for schools that changes young people’s perceptions of who can have a career in law and increases their understanding of the routes into law.
Social mobility cold spots are defined as those areas where social mobility is poor. Now, more than ever, young people in these areas need the opportunity to hear about career options and begin to believe that law is a viable one for them.
With the support of our members, we are delivering virtual ‘Why not Law?’ workshops to students at schools in these areas, changing their perceptions of who can have a career in law and increasing their understanding of the routes into law.
We are continuing to deliver more workshops this year, reaching even more young people. If your school is interested in having one for students aged 12-14, please register your interest.
“My favourite part was learning about how to get into law because I now know the ways I can do it.” Student
“I thought it worked very well. Excellent use of guest speakers from the North East of England.” Teacher
The Workshop
Timing
The virtual workshop is 90 minutes long and we can schedule these at a time that works for your school.
Content
The workshop will teach students about careers and routes into law, raising their aspirations.
Skills
The workshop will help students develop important key skills, such as teamwork and communication, that can be used across their academic studies and in their future careers.
Lawyers
Volunteers from our member law firms and in-house teams will share their insights with students, bringing a career in law to life.
Feedback
Students are provided with feedback from our lawyers on their presentation skills and they will have access to a completion certificate after the workshop.
If your school is in a social mobility cold spot and interested in having a workshop delivered to students aged 12-14, register your interest below.
Our Free Virtual Workshop
Over 2,000 students have taken part.
“I liked learning about the paths that people took to reach their career in law. I liked it because it showed the availability of law.”
Student
95
of teachers are now confident in their ability to advise students on how to access work experience.
90
of students now think that anyone can pursue a career in law, regardless of background.
87
of students now feel better informed about the range of roles available within the legal sector.
“My favourite part was learning about different routes into law because it allows me to know what I want to do in the future.”
“I loved the debate because it helped with my communication and built up my confidence.”
“It was great getting the pupils discussing topics they wouldn’t usually.”
