The SKB Law Academy

Developing Legal Talent

A modern training programme building legal talent, strengthening local opportunity, and widening access to justice.

600+ students engagement through mentoring programme since 2018

1000+ community members reached since 2018 through workshops, placements and clinics

30 students completed structured five-day placements

Academy Pathways Discover Our Programmes

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Insight to Law (Students 16+)

Participants typically learn:

  • Legal problem-solving skills and guided reflection
  • Intro to confidentiality, professional conduct and client care
  • Communication and workplace confidence
How to apply:

Placements run throughout the year.

Apply for Insight to Law

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Legal Career Bridge (Aspiring & returning professionals)

A practical pathway for people building or rebuilding a legal career—including paralegal routes, returners, and SQE candidates.

What support can include:
  • Supervision, feedback and professional standards
  • Exposure to core family law workflows (where appropriate)
  • Employability support: CV clarity, interview preparation, professional confidence
Apply for Legal Career Bridge

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Community Rights & Access

We work to improve access to legal rights information and support.

This can include:
  • Community legal education sessions
  • Partnerships with trusted local organisations
  • Accessible rights information
Invite us to deliver a session