Richard Huish College and the Huish Law School have announced the launch of a pioneering legal skills programme, developed in partnership with leading South West law firm Stephens Scown. The initiative offers students a unique opportunity to gain the practical skills most valued by legal employers.
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The aim is to give real-world insights into the legal profession. Course manager, Rowena Mudge, said: “This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to grow and learn alongside a well-respected local firm. Stephens Scown’s generous donation in both time, expertise and experience, along with £500 towards our enrichment programme allows students to gain invaluable experience and earn a certificate that will really stand out on future applications.”
Stephens Scown, is both B Corp Certified and employee-owned, and Stephen Wray, who heads up Stephens Scown’s Somerset office said the partnership reflected the company’s commitment to nurturing new talent.
He said: “Playing a supportive and impactful role in our community is an important and rewarding part of working at Stephens Scown, where we strive to balance people, planet and profit. We jumped at the chance to support Richard Huish College students through the Legal Skills Programme, which is an exciting opportunity to share our experience and expertise and to inspire future legal talent.”
Alistair Tudor, Head of the Transformation and Client Delivery team at the firm, added: “In the fast-developing legal marketplace, it is vital for future legal advisors to develop more than just their academic and theoretical knowledge of the law.
“The Legal Skills Programme aims to support and develop an understanding of the mechanics of how a lawyer works but also to support students with the softer skills required around networking, people management, conflict resolution, problem solving, and above all, being able to deliver outstanding client service.
“We look forward to sharing how we put our clients’ experience right at the heart of the business, and how delivering an outstanding client journey from first enquiry to matter completion can help you stand out in a crowded marketplace.”
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