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Why have 15,000+ aspiring lawyers chosen us?
In short: to access the best expert-led advice, all in one place.
Our courses have been crafted and curated by ex-Magic Circle lawyer and best-selling author Jake Schogger, based on his experiences working as a lawyer and coaching, mentoring and training thousands of aspiring lawyers.
He’s teamed up with senior City lawyers and ex-partners, leading City trainers, and an ex-Magic Circle graduate recruiter to offer the insights and guidance you need to secure a training contract.
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25 expert-led courses covering applications, psychometric tests, interviews, commercial awareness, internships and professional skills
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400+ video lessons (including animations), interactive quizzes, practical tips, insider insights, and exclusive guidance.
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100+ comprehensive firm profiles with USPs for Magic Circle, Silver Circle, US, regional and Scottish firms, plus in-house teams.
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200+ comprehensive assessment centre insights for City firms, with specific advice from successful candidates.
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Hundreds of recent successful applications, plus Jake's commentary on why examples are strong and what could potentially be improved.
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14 example commercial and legal interview case studies based on real law firm interviews, with detailed model answers and guidance.
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Descriptions of 300+ recent deals and cases worked on by law firms (included in our firm profiles).
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Monthly sessions where Jake reviews applications, plus a forum where he answers subscribers' questions.
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Certificate of completion for every course.
The core areas of learning
Comprehensive courses designed by genuine experts to properly prepare you for applications,
psychometric tests, interviews, internships, and a career in commercial law
The impact Commercial Law Academy is having...
Penny Z
"Starting out this year having completed a round of applications which were all rejected, I initially felt incredibly stressed and quite lost. Once I discovered CLA, everything became so much clearer and I have finished the application cycle with invites to four assessment centers and two vac schemes secured. I can genuinely say this wouldn't have been possible without the CLA. I have recommended it to so many friends who now also have subscriptions. So I just wanted to say a massive thank you - I wouldn't be where I am today without the CLA and it has genuinely made a difference to my future!!"
Sophia Birch
"Thank you for the resources that the Commercial Law Academy provides - with the online platform I was able to secure my vacation schemes at a Magic Circle and another big law international firm!"
Joshua Goldman
"During my first cycle, I reached assessment centre stage for 6 city law firms. I would not have been successful if I did not have a subscription. The subscriber Q&As, the assessment centre insights, and the numerous courses on all aspects of commercial law meant that I was fully prepared for everything. Jake's insights were critical in drafting my applications, deepening my commercial awareness and preparing for Assessment Centres."
Oliiva Holden
"It's a one-stop guide to everything I need to know and do. It has made the seemingly mystical and over complex process actually digestible and easy to prep for. I've realised I actually have a chance because I know what to do (or can at least figure it out!)"
Angelica Girardi Gomirato
“Using the Commercial Law Academy was fundamental in securing my training contract with Clifford Chance. Genuinely, I could not have passed the AC without the knowledge I built thanks to it. It made everything I needed to know easily understandable and digestible, which was crucial in building my confidence and competence. I knew what to expect during interviews, and had a clear roadmap to success. I highly recommend it to any aspiring commercial lawyer!”
Olivia Stroud
"I think you give career-altering advice, and I'm grateful for what I've learned from you so far."
Kristy, Australian Law graduate
"I have just received an email from [Magic Circle firm] saying that I passed the case study interview! It involved mostly contents covered by your M&A course - thank you so so much!! Honestly would not have made it without your courses."
