{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/643718facf22560011de0bef/64a67ff1b7d156001119df42?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Life as a Trainee Solicitor","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/643718facf22560011de0bef/1684741709509-0aa4f2b13c388272856d612f42d261a5.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>With a focus on the Scott's-qualified route, Trainee Solicitor Marina Aspinall provides valuable insights into the realities of starting a legal career in commercial law. Marina provides an account of her legal journey so far, right from securing her Training Contract, up to the day-to-day life of a Trainee Solicitor.</p><p><br></p><p>We delve into typical tasks and responsibilities of a Trainee and address some of the challenges, such as the demanding workload, the need to balance professional development with personal commitments, and the pressures of meeting expectations.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>To learn more about this episode:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>For more information on the dual-qualification process, visit the Law Society of Scotland’s website&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.lawscot.org.uk/members/career-growth/dual-qualifying-in-another-jurisdiction/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Enjoying Law Talks? You can keep up to date on all our latest legal updates by following our&nbsp;<a href=\"https://open.acast.com/shows/643718facf22560011de0bef/episodes/www.instagram.com/lawtalkspodcast\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a> (@lawtalkspodcast) and&nbsp;<a href=\"https://uk.linkedin.com/company/lawtalkspodcast?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Want to feature on Law Talks? We're always happy to hear from legal professionals keen to share their insights and experience with our listeners. Get in touch&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.lawtalks.co.uk/contact\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here</a>.</p><p><br></p><p>Our intro music is adapted from 'Sprightly' by GarageBand Apple Loop and '<a href=\"https://soundcloud.com/prizedpixul-14/sprightly-remix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sprightly Remix</a>' by Adamo.</p>","author_name":"Ellie"}