FAQ’s

How many trainee vacancies are there per year?

Approximately ten in London and three in regional offices.

What is the deadline for contract applications?

Our deadline is the 30th November, we advise you take time and care with your application and don’t be tempted to leave it to the last minute.

Do you offer sponsorship or pay fees towards the LPC?

Unfortunately we do not offer any financial help towards fees or offer any sponsorships.

Should I apply if I don’t meet your minimum criteria?

We do take into consideration strong mitigating circumstances and also would ask if you had more than 6 months continued work experience within a legal or corporate environment. For further clarification, please contact Rowena Bubb or Annette Goguel.

Do you consider non-law applications?

We welcome applications from non-law graduates.

Would I get feedback regarding my application?

Due to a large volume of applications received we are unable to give feedback at application stage. We are however, willing to give constructive feedback to all applicants who attend an interview or complete assessments with us.

How will my training contract be structured?

We offer four seats, spending six months in each of our departments, Company, Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Liability and Workplace. You will get the opportunity to work with clients from a variety of different sectors. About half way through your seat we will meet with you to discuss your preferences for the next seat, and wherever possible try and accommodate your wishes.

What formal training will I receive?

In your first two weeks with us you will complete the compulsory section of the Professional Skills Course run by an external provider, after which you will receive a week's detailed induction solely tailored for Trainees. Throughout your two years you will be given the opportunity to attend in-house and external training seminars and lectures.

How will I be managed and appraised?

During each seat you will be assigned a senior solicitor or partner who will act as your training supervisor during your time in their team. They will be responsible for monitoring your progress and workload as well as your day-to-day duties. At the end of each seat your training supervisor will conduct an appraisal on your performance. There is also a feedback meeting for all trainees, which takes place every February.

Will I be offered a position on qualification?

It is our intention to offer trainees a position on qualification – this is the goal we have in mind whenever we hire trainees. By the middle of your third seat it is likely you will have a good idea of the team / area you would like to qualify into and you will be given the opportunity to apply to your preferred team.