Law Week 2026: Macfarlanes Commercial Awareness Workshop

Deepen your understanding of commercial awareness in this practical workshop led by members of the early years team at leading City Law Firm, Macfarlanes. This is the type of exercise that you can expect in interview and assessment centre activities and will sharpen both your teamwork, analysis and critical thinking.

Aimed at

ALL lawyers whether aspiring barristers or solicitors need to understand commercial awareness and apply it to their own legal interests. Particularly relevant for students intending to (a) apply to City firm Macfarlanes (Training Scholarship, Vacation Scheme and/or Training Contract) or (b) pursue a career in commercial law more widely

Aims & Objectives

Deepen understanding of commercial awareness and gain invaluable insights and expereince critical to success at City assessment centres when applying for Vac Schemes and Training Contracts