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Our short film showcases the breadth of work government lawyers and legal trainees are involved

2025 Legal trainee scheme
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Information on the Trainee Solicitor and Pupil Barrister opportunities available within government departments

Ellen provides an insight into her training within the Government Legal Department (GLD)

Career Insight: Joe, Trainee Solicitor, HMRC
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Joe provides an insight into his training within HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)

Mustafa provides an insight into his training within the Competition & Markets Authority (CMA)

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