Law & Legal
Corporate Lawyer
Advises companies on transactions, contracts and corporate law.
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What this career is
Corporate law practice supports businesses in transactions, governance and regulatory matters, usually in law firms or in-house legal teams.
- Typical education pathway
- LL.B., often with an LL.M. or corporate law specialisation
What professionals typically do
- Draft and negotiate commercial contracts
- Conduct due diligence for transactions
- Advise on company law and governance
- Coordinate with regulators and external counsel
Typical education pathways
- 5-year integrated LL.B. or 3-year LL.B. after graduation
- LL.M. or specialised corporate law programmes
Important skills
Contract drafting · Due diligence · Commercial awareness · Negotiation
Suitable student interests
Business and law · Detailed reading · Negotiation
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