Educational News - International News 2018

Checking in on the Gender Gap in UK Big Law

May 8, 2018

All companies with at least 250 employees working in the UK faced a mandate by the British government: Disclose all discrepancies in pay between male and female employees by April 4 or be slapped with unspecified fines and sanctions by the Equalities and Human Rights Commission. So now that the numbers are in, how are UK law firms stacking up? That depends on how you look at the numbers.

Law Schools See Surge in Applicants with High LSAT Scores

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April 24, 2018

Top up those LSAT scores if you plan to apply to law school this year. Exam scores have increased exponentially so far. Let's take a closer look.

Increase in US Law Firms Hiring UK Lawyers

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April 20, 2018

There's a hiring boom in the US for lawyers from the UK. Let's take a closer look at the trend.

Law Students Brainstorm Tech Solutions for Law

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March 20, 2018

Last month, the first global law school hackathon revealed some truly innovative etch strategies for lawyers. Let's take a closer look at how lawyers use technology to solve legal problems.

Gallup Poll Asks: Are Law Degrees Worth It?

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March 13, 2018

The results of a recent Gallup poll offer new insights into how professional school graduates view the value of their education. How did law degrees stack up, and what does it mean? Here’s a closer look.

How is the Outlook for Aspiring Summer Law Associates?

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February 27, 2018

Law firms with more than 700 lawyers hired fewer summer associates in 2017, according to new data from the National Association for Law Placement (NALP). Not only was it more difficult for law associate to land jobs last summer, but the numbers also revealed the first drop in summer associate hiring...

UK Students Charged With Sky High Penalty Rates On Their Loans

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February 19, 2018

Students in the UK who have taken out a student loan since 2012 face high interest rates on their loans. Find out what you need to know--and what the UK is doing to correct the problem.

Singapore to Send Lawyers Abroad

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February 5, 2018

A new program will launch lawyers from Singapore onto the international stage by offering opportunities to network. Learn more about this exciting program.

The Law School GRE Creep Gains Ground

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January 24, 2018

Thinking of going to law school but not excited about studying for the LSAT? We’ve got good news for you: There’s a good chance your top law school make accept the GRE instead. Here’s a closer look at the trend dubbed the “GRE creep.”

Students Ask Female Professors For More Favors Than Male Ones, According to Study

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January 16, 2018

A new study shows the subtler, nuanced edge of gender discrimination: asking for favors. The study found that female professors receive more requests for favors and exceptions than their male counterparts. Let’s take a closer look.

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Four Ways Millennial Attorneys are Changing the Legal Profession

May 16, 2018

A lot has been said about the 73 million-strong millennial generation’s potential to change the world. Not only are millennials known for being uniq...

Defrauded International Students Get Refunds in New Zealand

May 15, 2018

Earlier this year, hundreds of international students were left in limbo after the closing of the Auckland-based Excellent Education Academy. Now come...

Want To Be A Politician? Here Are Some Jobs To Get You There

May 4, 2018

If you want to put yourself on the path to politics, pay attention. Being a politician in the US and Canada looks a lot different from being one in Fr...