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Recharge: Working Flexibly as a Consultant (Thursday 30 November 2023)

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This online classroom with Q&A is aimed at solicitors across all levels of PQE considering consultancy work as an option. The panel discussion will discuss practical points to consider before working as a consultant.

This online classroom and Q&A was hosted by Husnara Begum, a former City lawyer turned career coach and business skills trainer.

Husnara was joined by the following representatives from firms/organisations, who will explain how their consultancy model works and share their practical tips:

You will also hear from consultants from each of the firms/organisations who will share their personal experience of working as a consultant.

This session was delivered  on Thursday 30 November 2023.

What this will cover

This webinar and Q&A will cover the following:

  • How does consultant lawyering work and how it differs to other modes of working flexibly including freelance lawyering
  • Are you best suited to working as a consultant lawyer?
  • Selection process for becoming a consultant
  • Financial and regulatory considerations, including GDPR
Learning outcomes

Throughout this webinar and Q&A, attendees will:

  • Gain an understanding of the different options to this flexible way of working
  • Explore the pros and cons / risk v reward
  • Receive practical points to consider before working as a consultant.
How you will learn

This live session will entail a 60-minute presentation, followed by a Q&A session.

Free ex VAT
Type of training
CPD
Format
Recorded online classroom
Level
Introduction
Who is this for?
Solicitors
Course length
1 hour
SRA Competence
A2
C1
C2

The experts

Husnara Begum

Expert
Facilitator

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