Many of those who contemplate a legal career do so because they see it as a means to make the world a better place. Human rights, environmental, and criminal law are hugely attractive subjects for prospective law students as they manifestly deal with some of the major issues that face the world today, notably freedom of expression, climate change and access to justice.

But the vital role played by corporate and commercial lawyers in society is often overlooked, including – as will be discussed here – in the context of secured transactions reform.