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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Isabelcampbell" data-source="post: 216073" data-attributes="member: 41907">Hi Will, welcome to the forum, and thank you for sharing your background, it’s really fascinating! Making the leap into law after such a successful academic career is no small step, and I think your experience as a lecturer and published author will stand out as a real asset in applications. The ability to research deeply, write clearly, and communicate complex ideas in an accessible way are exactly the skills firms value in trainees, so you've got a real advantage here. I’d recommend framing your career change as a strength. Draw out the transferable skills you’ve built (mentoring, presenting, project management, critical analysis) and show how those complement your growing legal experience. Since you’re already preparing for the SQE, pairing that with considered vacation scheme and training contract applications is a strong strategy. Many career changers worry they’re “behind,” but your maturity and breadth of experience often make you more compelling to recruiters.On a practical note, I think you’ll find TCLA’s resources particularly useful for sharpening applications and interview prep , and the Vacation Scheme Deadlines thread is excellent for planning ahead, and the wider community is full of people who’ve navigated non-traditional routes into law. It’s great to have you here, and I’m sure other career changers on the forum will take encouragement from your story. Looking forward to seeing your contributions and updates as you progress!</blockquote>

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