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Hogan Lovells

Who we are?

Meet the firm that’s defined by difference. Our 2,600 lawyers are constantly challenging themselves, working on projects that enable innovation for prestigious clients: on cases that disrupt and shape legal precedent. Across 46 global locations, working seamlessly, as one team. Defined by Difference is our shared belief across our firm, our teams bring together a diversity of perspectives, experiences and backgrounds, and support each other to be our best. We believe that everyone should have access to the legal sector, regardless of their background.

Where are we here?

Pathways to Law

Year groups(s)

England - Year 12
England - Year 13
Scotland - S5
Scotland - S6
Northern Ireland - Lower Sixth
Northern Ireland - Upper Sixth

Timing

February half-term

Course format

In-Person

Renumeration

Paid

Programme details

Pathways to Law involves a week’s work experience at the firm with panel discussions, case studies and work-shadowing sessions.

When does it happen?
Pathways to Law takes place during the February half term break each year.

Who can apply?
For Pathways to Law, students must meet the following criteria:
- Attend, and have always attended, a state-funded, non-fee-paying school/college
- Be in year 12 at the start of the programme
- Be the first in your family to attend university

Who do I need to contact?
To learn more about the programme and eligibility details, and to apply, please check out the Sutton Trust's website.

Ladder to Law

Year groups(s)

England - Year 12
England - Year 13

Timing

October half-term
Christmas holidays
February half-term
Easter holidays
May half-term
Summer holidays

Renumeration

Paid

Programme details

Ladder to Law is a development programme for Black African and Caribbean Year 12 students (including students of mixed race with a black heritage) wishing to pursue a career in commercial law.

The development programme will stretch across Years 12 and 13, and will include mentoring from Hogan Lovells lawyers, networking opportunities and commercial awareness exercises. Rare will offer students advice and support with applying to university and writing their UCAS applications.

At the end of Year 13, students will also take part in a work experience programme from Hogan Lovells. Students will also receive support to help them make competitive applications to first-year opportunities at Hogan Lovells once they begin university.

When does it happen?
Ladder to Law includes a year round schedule of events with applications open from September each year.

Who can apply?
For Ladder to Law, students must meet the following criteria:
- Be in Year 12 and attend a UK state school
- Identify as Black African, Black Caribbean, or Mixed Black Heritage
- Be eligible for free school meals between the ages of 11 and 16 (i.e. pupil premium); OR
- Grew up in a household where no parent or guardian had attended university

Who do I need to contact?
Applications open on 25 October and close on 19 December 2021, with interviews taking place in January 2022 and details can be found here.
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