Intensive case studies that get future commercial lawyers assessment centre-ready, for every major practice area.

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  • Corporate/M&A: Level 1 (Beginner/Essentials)

  • Corporate/M&A: Level 2 (Intermediate)

  • Corporate/M&A: Level 3 (Advanced)

  • Banking & Finance: Level 1 (Beginner/Essentials)

  • Banking & Finance: Level 2 (Intermediate)

  • Banking & Finance: Level 3 (Advanced)

  • Commercial Contracts

  • Private Equity

  • Commercial Litigation/Dispute Resolution

  • Real Estate

  • Employment

Stand out with wow-level commercial awareness

If you’re going through the vacation scheme & training contract journey, you already know how tough the competition is: case studies at assessment centres are getting harder year on year. You are somehow expected to demonstrate you know how commercial law works in practice without having worked a day in law. But how, exactly? Enter Case Study Success.

Our materials are…

  • Our case study packs are created with one goal in mind: if you can do them, you should be able to walk into your AC with full confidence that you can tackle the real thing.

    Or, if you can't do them on your first attempt, learn from our detailed Suggested Answers and accompanying Explanatory Notes, so that you develop your commercial awareness and are able to show that off when the time comes.

  • All our materials represent a culmination of months of refining by qualified professionals. We really dive deep and aim to give you as true-to-life an experience as possible of what it takes to work in commercial law, in order to enable you to demonstrate that you are work-ready in your assessment centres.

  • Rote learning is ineffective learning. Each of our Case Study Packs centres around an engaging storyline, to help you comprehend and internalise complex concepts with ease. They are also beautifully designed to be visually appealing and fun to learn with.

  • Our Case Study Packs and Crash Course Guides are designed to expose you to pretty much most things you will need to know for case studies, whether the easier ones or the most difficult of the difficult ones.

  • Even if you've never worked a day in a corporate or legal environment, we've got you covered. We dive deep into jargon, but explain it in an intensely beginner-friendly way, so that rather than leaving you scratching your head, you'll have one "aha" moment after another.

  • Our case studies are meticulously designed by qualified solicitors and barristers of England & Wales, with practical experience in both practising law and early talent/graduate recruitment. All of our materials involving corporate finance have also been developed in conjunction with chartered accountants to ensure maximum accuracy.

Practice areas include:

  • Corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A) involve the buying, selling, and merging of companies, driven by strategic goals such as expansion or achieving synergies. Lawyers in this field play a vital role by advising on transactions, drafting agreements, conducting due diligence, and ensuring legal compliance. M&A can involve both public and private companies and often requires collaboration with financial advisers and accountants. This area of law demands strong commercial awareness and a thorough understanding of legal frameworks, reflecting its fast-paced and high-stakes nature.

  • Banking and finance law encompasses the regulation of financial institutions and the management of financial transactions. Lawyers in this field advise on a wide range of activities, including lending, borrowing, and investment, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They work with banks, investment firms, and corporations to structure financial deals, draft agreements, and navigate complex regulatory landscapes. This area of law requires a strong understanding of financial markets, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage risk, reflecting the critical role finance plays in the global economy.

  • Not technically a practice area, but an understanding of common contracts that appear in case studies will assist you in case studies across all practice areas.

  • Private equity law focuses on the legal aspects of investing in private companies or acquiring public companies to delist them from stock exchanges. Lawyers in this field assist private equity firms with fund formation, investment structuring, and portfolio management. They handle negotiations, draft agreements, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This area of law requires a deep understanding of finance, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex transactions, as private equity involves significant capital investment and strategic business transformations.

  • Commercial litigation and dispute resolution involve managing and resolving disputes arising in the business world. Lawyers in this field represent clients in conflicts related to contracts, partnerships, intellectual property, and other commercial matters. They may engage in negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or court proceedings to achieve favourable outcomes. This area of law requires strong analytical skills, excellent advocacy, and a strategic approach to problem-solving, as it often involves complex legal issues and significant financial stakes. Effective alternative dispute resolution (ADR) can help businesses avoid lengthy litigation and maintain valuable commercial relationships.

  • Real estate law covers the legal aspects of buying, selling, and managing property. Lawyers in this field handle transactions involving residential, commercial, and industrial properties, ensuring compliance with zoning laws, environmental regulations, and contractual obligations. They draft and review contracts, conduct due diligence, and resolve disputes related to property ownership and use. This area of law requires attention to detail, strong negotiation skills, and a thorough understanding of local and national property laws, as real estate transactions often involve significant financial investments and complex legal considerations.

  • Employment law governs the relationship between employers and employees, covering issues such as contracts, workplace rights, discrimination, and termination. Lawyers in this field advise on compliance with labour laws, draft employment agreements, and represent clients in disputes related to unfair dismissal, harassment, or wage claims. This area of law requires a deep understanding of both statutory and case law, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues, as it directly impacts workplace dynamics and employee well-being.