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Ask an apprentice

Ask an apprentice

Written by: Bristows LLP
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What’s it really like to be an apprentice in a leading law firm? Hosted by the solicitor and business services apprentices at Bristows, Ask an apprentice shares honest insights, practical application tips and real experiences – while busting the myths around apprenticeships.

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Episodes
  • Apprenticeship vs University | Which path is right for you?
    Apr 21 2026

    In our third episode, Georgina Stapeley, Melissa Greenwood and Rebekah Lowles explore the options available after college and sixth form, through three distinct perspectives: A degree apprentice, a criminology graduate who transitioned to an apprenticeship post-university and a HR apprentice.

    This episode covers:

    • Their journeys into an apprenticeship
    • Key factors to consider before deciding on an apprenticeship
    • Common myths and misconceptions
    • Practical next steps

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    Note: All information was correct at the time of recording.

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    13 mins
  • Business Services apprenticeships | A brief overview
    Mar 10 2026

    In our second episode, Rebekah Lowles, Melissa Greenwood and Israa Addeh explore what life is like at Bristows as members of the Business Services cohort.

    This episode covers:

    • Why they chose a business services apprenticeship
    • What drew them to Bristows
    • What a typical day in the life looks like
    • Their highlights since starting their apprenticeship

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    Visit the Bristows website for more information.

    Note: All information was correct at the time of recording.

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    8 mins
  • Solicitor apprenticeships | A whistle-stop tour
    Feb 10 2026

    In our debut episode, Kalay Mayan and Ciara Redican explore what it means to be a solicitor apprentice and what they have learnt along the way.

    They cover:

    • What a solicitor apprenticeship is (and how it works)
    • Why they chose the apprenticeship route
    • What drew them to Bristows
    • What their current roles involve day-to-day
    • How they balance work, study and a social life

    Don't forget to follow us on Instagram!

    Visit the Bristows website for more information.

    Note: All information was correct at the time of recording.

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    11 mins
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