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Applications close for this scheme on Sunday 5 January 2025.Vacation Scheme 2025From health to housing, regulators to emergency services, we’re looking for graduates who want to be part of a team that makes a difference to people’s lives.There are now two routes available for becoming a trainee solicitor with us.&nbsp;These are:<ol><li>Applying to join us as a paralegal.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://careers.capsticks.com/paralegals-at-capsticks" target="_blank">here</a> for more details of what life as a paralegal is like at Capsticks.&nbsp;Our internal training contract recruitment process takes place every six months.&nbsp;Around 80% of our training contracts are available via this route.</li><li>Applying for our summer vacation scheme. The scheme will run in the summer of 2025 with 15 places available. Each of our vacation students will have a paid two-week placement in one of our Birmingham, Leeds or London offices. All students will have the opportunity to be considered for a training contract during the placement, available from September 2026 and beyond.</li></ol>We are offering 15 places on our summer vacation scheme across our Birmingham, London and Leeds offices, taking place between 23 June and 4 July 2025. We’ll give you the opportunity to undertake real work as well as learning more about the legal departments and the firm with our people. Throughout the scheme, we’ll be assessing you for a place on one of our Training Contracts for 2026 and beyond.Your placement will be in one/two of our legal teams where you’ll work on a range of tasks. Throughout your time with us, we’ll support you with a supervisor, and you’ll get constructive feedback on what you’re doing well and how you could be even better.Should I apply?We are committed to recruiting the best people to maintain our market leading position. We welcome applications from candidates in their penultimate year of a qualifying law degree or the final year of a non-law degree onwards. Candidates will also need to be on course for or have achieved at least a 2.1 (or equivalent) in their undergraduate degree. We also expect candidates to be able to demonstrate their commitment to a career in our specialist sectors and to be highly driven, but well-rounded team players, with good problem solving and communication skills.As part of the assessment process there will be an application form, a video screening and an in person assessment centre day.Candidates can only be considered for the vacation scheme in one location per application cycle so please choose your preferred location.Our training offeringTo ensure our Trainees have up to date training for the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE), we partnered with the College of Legal Practice. This allows for the best and most flexible learning programme whilst you undertake your training. College of Legal Practice offers a modular learning programme, which will provide you with the core skills needed to be successful in your career. This is delivered online to give as much flexibility as possible and each of our Trainees is given a dedicated tutor/mentor to guide them throughout the course.

Vacation scheme / Training Contract - 2025/6 - Capsticks

Deadline: 9 February 2025We offer up to 16 places on our Summer Vacation Scheme which takes place throughout June - July and have 3 training contract vacancies for 2026.At present, we recruit all our trainees from participants in our Summer Vacation Scheme.Kick start your legal career at Marriott Harrison, where you will be provided with the space to thrive, connect and succeed. You will become part of the team from day one and learn from the very best in the business.Given the firm’s size and structure, it’s important that you are a team player who likes being a part of and collaborating, in a team. Our people are key to our business and while we have different specialities across the firm, we all work towards a common goal - making positive contributions to our clients’ and the firm’s business and culture.We want you to grow and develop. Because you will start on real-life work from day one, we understand you will make mistakes, but you won’t be working alone and we see mistakes as opportunities for you to learn and develop. We will provide you with the tools, skills and experiences you need to become an excellent lawyer. In exchange, we look to our people to help our clients realise their ambitions to grow successful businesses.We actively seek and have built a team that brings a diversity of perspective. With wide and varied interests, they all share some key characteristics, which we also seek in you:<ul><li>Driven with a strong academic background (2:1 degree or above)</li><li>Self-motivated, and responsibility for outcomes</li><li>Focused on client service and delivery</li><li>Collaborative and active team player</li><li>Curious and always wanting to learn more</li><li>An international outlook</li></ul>We will support you to complete your Professional Skills Course during your training contract and encourage you through ample opportunity to attend seminars, presentations and client relationship-building events all of which will widen and deepen your personal and professional development.You will have the full support of colleagues all across the firm, both formally and informally, to encourage and develop you in a wide variety of legal, social and client development.ApplyingBefore hitting that all important ‘submit’ button, we have outlined a few tips and tricks below to help set you up for success in your application:<ul><li>Double-check your application for errors and that you have completed each section fully.</li><li>Research the firm and know why you want to be a part of our team and how it aligns with what you are looking for.</li><li>Using AI is useful to get some tips for how you might answer each question, but do not copy and paste, it is easy to tell and will likely result in an unsuccessful application.</li><li>Think about ways in which you can distinguish yourself from other applicants. We see hundreds of applications so think about how you and your experience can set you apart.</li></ul>Our process for reviewing applications and offering a Summer Vacation Scheme is fairly easy. Once the deadline hits, CVs are reviewed blindly (to assist with removing any unconscious bias) by our core recruitment group. Once applications have closed, we prepare a shortlist. If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to our Assessment Centre which will take place on 19 - 20 March 2025. Following on from the Assessment Centre, candidates will be informed of the outcome towards the end of March.A few final points that are worth noting:We want to set you up for success throughout the recruitment process. If you have particular special circumstances that you would like us to take into consideration, please let us know on your application form, we are more than happy to accommodate your needs.Candidates participating in the Scheme will be paid £450 for the week. Travel costs will not be covered.Marriott Harrison has historically paid the LPC and SQE fees of successful applicants who are yet to start the LPC or SQE at the time they accept their offer.We only accept applications from candidates who will be in a position to commence a training contract in 2026.The trainee salary in 2026 will be £40,000 for the first year and £42,000 for the second year.If you are unsuccessful in your application and are not invited to the Assessment Centre, we unfortunately are unable to provide feedback or references due to the volume of applications we receive

Vacation scheme/Training Contract - 2025/6 - Marriott Harrison

Application deadline: 5pm on 6 January 2025Please note that both the online registration form and the critical thinking test must be completed by the deadline.&nbsp;Who are we looking for?There is no Addleshaw Goddard type. We are looking for authentic personalities who are aspiring, confident and committed to becoming great lawyers.We want people who&nbsp;want to learn alongside the best in the profession, bringing their energy and passion to our team and our clients.Candidates who are within their penultimate year of a law degree or final year of a non-law degree, or beyond, and are on track for or have graduated with a 2:1 or above are eligible to apply. Please note that we consider applications from those who have received a 2:2 with mitigating circumstances.What can you expect?&nbsp;This is a scheme as unique as you are. As well as informative sessions, group exercises, assessed work and plenty of time at your desk, you will attend social events with a range of people across the office. It's a real chance to get to know our people and our culture. Successful candidates will then go on to be offered a training contract with the firm.&nbsp;Training Contract&nbsp;We offer a wide range of seats within these groups across our offices. If you are offered a training contract with us following a successful placement scheme, your two-year training contract will cover four six-month seats in:<ul><li>Corporate &amp; Commercial</li><li>Disputes</li><li>Finance &amp; Projects</li><li>Real Estate</li></ul>You'll receive&nbsp;training that's tailored to your needs and interests while gaining a first-hand insight into life at one of the UK's most respected law firms. You will be supported by some of our brightest minds and challenged with meaningful work, helping you develop the connections and skills you need to become a trusted lawyer.International Applicants and SponsorshipWe welcome applications from candidates from all locations and do not make recruitment decisions based on an applicant's current location. However, please note that this Placement Scheme/Training contract role may not meet the Home Office requirements for a Skilled Worker visa. Therefore, we may not be able to sponsor visas for these roles at the point of hire. More information can be found on gov.uk regarding this. If you have specific queries regarding your current circumstances please get in touch by emailing <a href="mailto:earlycareers@addleshawgoddard.com" target="_blank">earlycareers@addleshawgoddard.com</a>.Other InformationApplication window: 1st October 2024 – 5pm 6th&nbsp;January 2025. Please note that both the online registration form and the critical thinking test must be completed by the deadline.&nbsp;If you are successful in obtaining a&nbsp;training contract offer we now have an alternative route to qualification alongside the traditional training contract. Successful candidates will have the option of the Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship route. More information on this route can be found on our Early Careers website.Please note that we accept one application per intake year. Therefore you can only apply for one location so please ensure you have decided where you would like to be based before applying.

Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship/Training Contract - September 2027 - Addleshaw Goddard

Deadline 31 January 2025As a Trainee Solicitor at Brown Rudnick, you will embark on a comprehensive two-year training programme designed to provide you with broad exposure to various legal practice areas. You will rotate through four seats, gaining hands-on experience and developing your skills under the guidance of experienced solicitors. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases, engage with clients, and contribute to the success of the firm while preparing you for your qualification as a solicitor.We seek candidates who bring not only strong academic foundations but also exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, along with practical judgement and motivation. Whether you’re in the process of completing or have completed the necessary postgraduate studies by September 2025, we welcome applicants from all academic backgrounds who have achieved a 2.1 or equivalent to apply.&nbsp;Interview Process: There will be a two-stage interview process with a presentation component during March/April 2025. Offers will be made no later than May 2025.London Trainee Program 2025SummaryWe strive to be enterprising, respectful, inclusive, insightful, and tenacious in every aspect of our business, including our interactions with clients, colleagues, and the communities where we have a presence. We rely on these core values to serve clients in key practice areas and industries – the pillars of Brown Rudnick: crisis management, which includes restructuring, investigations, and special situations; global litigation; life sciences; technology; and brand and reputation protection.Responsibilities<ul><li>Participate in a series of six-month rotations across different legal departments, such as Corporate, Special Situations &amp; Trading, and Disputes.</li><li>Assist solicitors with legal research, drafting documents, and preparing case files. Handle your own caseload under supervision.</li><li>Attend client meetings, take instructions, and assist in providing legal advice under the supervision of a qualified solicitor.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research to support ongoing cases and provide accurate, timely information to senior solicitors.</li><li>Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and briefs, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm policies.</li><li>Accompany solicitors to court hearings and trials, taking notes and assisting with case preparation.</li><li>Attending Firm funded Professional Skills courses, training sessions, and workshops to enhance your legal knowledge and skills.</li><li>Work closely with colleagues across departments, contributing to a collaborative and supportive work environment.</li><li>Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with the firm's policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>A completed law degree (LLB or equivalent)&nbsp;&nbsp;with a 2:1 or higher OR&nbsp;Graduate Diploma in Law with an Undergraduate Degree 2:1 or higher.</li><li>Expected completion of the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or SQE 1&amp;2 prior to September start.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.</li><li>A collaborative team player who can also work independently.</li><li>Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks and projects.</li><li>&nbsp;A strong commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and professional conduct.</li></ul>Application Process<ul><li>Applications open 1 December 2024 and close 31 January 2025</li><li>Interview invitations will be sent out by 28 February 2025</li><li>There will be a two-stage interview process with a presentation component in March/April 2024.</li><li>Offers will be sent out in May 2024</li></ul>BenefitsThe following is a brief overview of some of the employee benefits offered to London office trainees and newly qualified solicitors by Brown Rudnick:Trainees will receive a starting salary of £45,000 rising to £50,000 in their second year (this is reviewed annually). Newly qualified solicitors receive a starting salary currently of £123,000.<ul><li>Group Life Assurance</li><li>Group Income Protection</li><li>Private Medical Insurance</li><li>Group Personal Pension</li><li>Childcare Scheme</li><li>Cycle Scheme</li></ul>

Training Contract - Sept 2025 - Brown Rudnick London

Carter Lemon Camerons offers a comprehensive two-year training contract, with possible opportunities for new recruits.The scheme allows trainees to work within every department of the firm, usually spending six months with each team.Our aim is to give trainees a good breadth of experience and support them in becoming an invaluable part of the team. During the training contract, they will work closely alongside our fee-earners and gain practical experience in areas including research, drafting documents, legal procedure and dealing with clients.Monthly lunchtime seminars, training sessions and external courses will also form a key part of training.Candidates for the training contract should have:<ul><li>A good degree (preferably a 2:1 or above)</li><li>The Legal Practice Course (LPC), completed within the last three years (commendation/distinction preferred)</li><li>Experience of working in a solicitors’ or other professional office preferred</li><li>All preliminary qualifications required by the Law Society to start a training contract</li><li>A high standard of oral and written English</li><li>Excellent IT skills</li><li>A track record of showing initiative and innovation.</li></ul>As a firm we recognise the importance of developing a friendly, professional environment and are committed to the continual development of all our staff – whether they’re a new starter or have been with us for many years.We also place great store in fostering a strong team spirit, encouraging a healthy work/life balance and recruiting people from a wide range of backgrounds.By creating an environment in which our team feel they are supported we believe that we are well placed to get the best from all our staff.Our next trainee intake will be in July 2025. &nbsp;Applications will open on 1st December 2024 and will close on 5th January 2025. &nbsp;Selected candidates will be invited for interview early in 2025.Please apply by sending your CV and covering letter to Janet Dayman at <a href="mailto:employment@cartercamerons.com" target="_blank">employment@cartercamerons.com</a>&nbsp;

Training Contract -  July 2025 - Carter Lemon Camerons

Deadline 16 February 2025Vacation Scheme (2025) leading to Training Contract (2027)Vacation Scheme ProgrammeParticipation on the programme will not only give you the opportunity to come and meet us in person, but it will enable you to get an inside look at what it would be like to train and work at Teacher Stern.It is always recommended you attend a Vacation Scheme Programme as it will increase your chances of securing a training contract with us.How it worksEach summer, usually during June and July, we carry out two or three separate week-long Vacation Scheme Programmes. Each programme is attended by up to eight potential new trainee solicitors.During the week, potential trainees will spend time in one of our core departments: Corporate, Commercial, Employment, Real Estate, and Dispute Resolution, and will have the opportunity to experience life as a trainee solicitor.During the week, you will:<ul><li>Get a feel and understanding for the work the department does</li><li>Be able to take the opportunity to interact with other departments</li><li>Learn how our departments interact on deals and transactions</li><li>Be able to ask questions to partners and fee earners</li><li>Assess whether we really are the right firm for you.</li></ul>During the week, you will also part take in a series of group exercises, interviews and assessments.Don’t worry, it’s not all work and no play! There will also be a series of informal lunches and evenings out with our current trainees and other members of our trainee recruitment team.The week will then end with a formal interview with a partner and a member of recruitment team.Trainee Solicitor ProgrammeOver the two years you will spend six months in each of our three main departments: Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, and Corporate &amp; Commercial.A further six months of your programme may be spent with one of our specialist teams (for example in our&nbsp;Employment&nbsp;department) or in a return to one of the three main departments. You may also have an opportunity to experience and work with some of the smaller departments such as&nbsp;Banking &amp; Finance,&nbsp;Tax&nbsp;and&nbsp;Private Client.&nbsp;Spending time in each department will not just make you a better lawyer, but help you hone in on those areas of law that interest you and those which you may wish to pursue in the future.During each of the six-month ‘seats’, you will gain valuable experience in several different areas of law and work with a variety of partners and solicitors within that department. This ensures you become fully integrated within the firm, get to know everybody, gain a wide range of experience, and have a significant degree of client contact.Most of your legal training will be on the job – there’s simply no better way to learn. But you’ll need to be much more than an expert in law to succeed as a solicitor. As such, you’ll also be given opportunities to develop and broaden your personal skill set. You’ll learn about managing clients, financial management, new business development, networking and marketing.What we look forWe are always mindful when we recruit, that we are looking for the next generation of solicitors and partners in our firm. Many of our current partners trained with us and have made a great impression on the Firm and industry.Ideal qualities we look for in our new trainees:<ul><li>A strong academic background (a 2.1 degree or above)</li><li>Important personal attributes. We’re looking for commitment, drive, flair, initiative, common sense, the ability to take on responsibility, and the ability to work in a team.</li><li>Are you approachable? Can you build and maintain excellent working and collegiate relationships?</li></ul>But we aren’t just interested in academic achievers.If you are also&nbsp;a high achiever in any other facet of life such as sports, hobbies or other area of interest, then we’d welcome your application.We accept trainee solicitors from all kinds of backgrounds.So, whether you’re a law or non-law student, a graduate, mature student, international student, or someone who wants to change career, we’d like to hear from you.Rewards and benefitsWe are keen to recruit talented trainee solicitors who will ultimately become the future partners of our firm.In order to do so, we understand the need to recruit individuals who not only have strong academic ability but who can demonstrate other important personal attributes such as commitment, drive, flair, initiative, common sense and the ability to take on responsibility.The remuneration package that we offer our trainee solicitors is reflective of that understanding and is highly competitive.For trainee solicitors taking up training contracts with us, their benefit package will include each of the following:<ul><li>Competitive salary</li><li>LPC or SQE funding assistance</li><li>22 days’ paid annual leave (plus public holidays) and closure days at Christmas</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Contributory pension scheme</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Client introduction bonus</li></ul>Further details regarding our remuneration package will be made available to prospective trainees solicitors upon receipt of a training contract offer.How to join the teamStep one– apply for the Vacation Scheme ProgrammeStep two– apply for the Training ContractStep three– attend one of our Open Days in April 2025Step four– join our Vacation Scheme week in July 2025Apply for them both via the Electronic Application Form. Apply well in advance to ensure you secure your place on the Vacation Scheme Programme.Applications for training contracts commencing in Autumn 2027 are open on Thursday 21 November 2024 and close on Sunday 16 February 2025.An application for a training contract at Teacher Stern,&nbsp;involves applying&nbsp;for our&nbsp;Vacation Scheme Programme too. Participants will be taking part in this programme with a view to securing a training contract to join the Firm, two years later.

Vacation scheme / Training Contract - 2025 & 2027 - Teacher Stern

Deadline: 11:59pm on Friday 17 January 2025.Training contract overviewGreenberg Traurig typically recruits 8 trainees per year in the London office. Our comprehensive two-year training programme comprises four six-month seats with the opportunity to undertake a client secondment and to gain exposure to our diverse practice areas including Corporate, Real Estate, Litigation, Banking &amp; Finance, Funds, Tax and Regulatory.Trainees will join shareholder led practice groups, engage with clients, and work within high-profile and complex legal matters from day one. Through continuous mentorship, structured training, and a collaborative work culture, we ensure our trainees have the guidance and support they need to excel during their training contract and beyond.ApplicationsApplications for our 2027 training contracts are now open and will close at 11:59pm on Friday 17 January 2025.All applications should include full details of educational qualifications from A-Levels (or their direct equivalents) onwards. Candidates that have already completed or are currently completing the PGDL, LPC or SQE should also ensure they provide a breakdown of the modules studied and any results achieved to date.Assessment process<ul><li>CV and a one-page cover letter outlining why you are interested in training at Greenberg Traurig.</li><li>Shareholder and associate interview. Our training contract interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 17th and 24th March 2025.</li><li>Full day assessment day. Our assessment days will take place in the week commencing 12th May 2025.</li></ul>Before applying, please kindly ensure that you are available on the dates outlined above. Our interview and assessment days will take place in our London office, in person.EligibilityAt Greenberg Traurig, we are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and commercially minded applicants. Our work is challenging, and as a result candidates are required to have achieved or be predicted a minimum of a 2:1 at degree level, or an equivalent international grade.If you did not achieve the academic grades outlined, we invite you to use your application to clarify your mitigating circumstances, which will be taken into consideration.If you wish to apply for our 2027 intake you will need to be ready to start the PGDL in September 2025 (if applicable) and the SQE in September 2026. Candidates must also meet one of the below criteria to be eligible to apply for a training contract.<ul><li>currently in the penultimate or final year of their law degree;</li><li>in the final year of their non-law degree;</li><li>a law or non-law graduate</li></ul>As a firm you now adopt the SQE route to qualification. I have completed the LPC. Can I apply?Yes, we accept applications from candidates with the LPC. We currently are not asking candidates who have completed the LPC to also complete SQE 2.Do you provide funding for the SQE and PGDL?Yes, we provide full sponsorship to our future trainees for the pre-requisite courses prior to commencing their training contract and our current maintenance grant is £17,000.We require all non-law graduates to complete the PGDL before commencing the SQE. If applicable, successful candidates that have not yet completed the PGDL will need to complete this with our chosen provider, prior to the SQE.Do you recruit on a rolling basis?No, we do not recruit on a rolling basis. All applications will be screened near the deadline date and invitations to the next round of the recruitment process will be sent after applications have closed.I am not eligible to work in the UK and would require sponsorship. Can I apply?As a firm, we do hold a sponsorship licence and accept applications from candidates requiring work permits.I am already qualified as a lawyer in another jurisdiction. Can/should I apply for a training contract?We do not accept applications from internationally qualified lawyers for our training programme. In this case, we would advise candidates to consider self-funding their SQE (if applicable) or apply directly to lateral hire positions.&nbsp;What benefits does the firm offer for trainees?We offer a range of benefits including 25 days’ annual leave, life insurance, income protection, an employee assistance programme, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work scheme, private health insurance, eye care, and a pension. We also have a range of Shard specific discounts that employees have access to.

Training Contract - 2027 - Greenberg Traurig London

Deadline 28 February 2025Our trainee programme provides the necessary environment, education and support to give you the very best start in your legal career.Training contracts start in September and last for a period of two years, which is broken down into four six month seats.&nbsp;Our training contract includes the following:<ul><li>Hands on and extensive practical experience in our key fields of expertise including:<ul><li>Professional Liability</li><li>Construction, Engineering and Infrastructure</li><li>Insurance</li><li>International</li><li>Corporate and Commercial</li></ul></li><li>Working for and sitting with a partner being involved in a wide range of matters and working as a team with fee earners at all levels.</li><li>A comprehensive in-house training programme: regular internal practice-specific seminars and external speakers.</li><li>Involvement in marketing and business development initiatives and know-how.</li><li>Active participation in CSR initiatives, which is a key aspect of the firm.</li><li>Secondment opportunities to Dubai and our clients across the world.</li></ul>

Training Contract - September 2026 - Beale & Co

Closing date: 31st March 2025.At Osbornes Law, we have always been dedicated to helping people with their legal matters with our staff are at the heart of the firm.We are driven by a desire to ‘open the door to justice’&nbsp; whenever we are able.Our specialist legal teams are focused individually and together on what we do best. We, therefore, invest in high calibre trainees. Our aim is to produce top-ranking solicitors and future partners.How to Apply:If you wish to be considered for a training contract with Osbornes Law, commencing 2027, please send your completed application form 2027&nbsp;to our Practice Manager Sandra Hillard.We accept applications from both law and non-law graduates. Candidates must demonstrate a high level of academic performance and have achieved an upper second class degree and a minimum of three B’s at A-level.Click apply to access application form.

Training Contract - 2027 - Osbornes Law

Application deadline 31 January 2025&nbsp;We will be accepting Training Contract applications in October 2024 to commence in September 2025.Potential trainees should email their CVs with covering letter from the 1st October 2024 to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:careers@adlegal.co.uk" target="_blank">careers@adlegal.co.uk</a>. The deadline for applications is 31st January 2025, with a view to commencing training in September 2025.In your email application please copy and complete the following:&nbsp;<ul><li>first name/last name</li><li>email address</li><li>contact number</li></ul>We are a progressive commercial law firm, committed to providing a superior service and excellent client care.&nbsp;&nbsp;We generally interview and hire in March, to start work in September of that year. Abrahams Dresden recruits two trainees each year.Trainees are given all-round training and are regularly monitored by the Training Partner to assess their progress and development.We look for drive and commitment, independence, creative thinking, personal achievement and personality, as well as a sound academic background.First year trainees will receive a yearly salary of £30,000 and second year trainees will receive £32,000 per year.Training Contract ProgrammeEach trainee spends six months in each of the property and litigation departments and 12 months in the healthcare department.Trainees in the healthcare department will expect to get involved in acquisitions and disposals, mainly of dental practices from an early stage. There will be a goodly amount of due diligence paperwork, drafting from templates and client contact. Trainees will also expect to deal with banking documentation, acting just for the bank on lending propositions or for the bank in parallel with the purchaser client.In the property department, trainees will expect to deal with landlord and tenant documents, a small amount of residential conveyancing and banking documentation.Within the litigation department, trainees will enjoy a very broad cross-section of litigation, from debt collection to matrimonial matters to complex commercial litigation.Trainees are given an all-round training and are regularly monitored by the training partner to assess their progress and development.We look for drive and commitment, independence, creative thinking, personal achievement and personality, as well as a sound academic background.While every member of the firm is expected to work hard, we have a 'work to live' culture. We encourage trainees to stay on with us when their training contract finishes, if we have a suitable vacancy in a department which interests them.Our trainees must have completed a law degree or the CPE/GDL and the Legal Practice Course.&nbsp;We also favour applicants that have at least one year's legal work experience as a paralegal.We are committed to providing a superior service and excellent client care. It's also a fun place to work. If you are interested in a slightly less formal experience than you might have expected, do please apply to us for a role.What our trainees sayAmy McFarland: “Probably the best thing that I can say about the firm is that I enjoy each day as it comes and I never get that Monday morning feeling. On a more practical note, I would say that I enjoy far more client contact than I would have expected. Also, I enjoy and benefit from working closely with the senior fee earner with whom I am working on any particular job.”Jasmine Sudworth “As a trainee at Abrahams Dresden, I have had the opportunity to be involved in a diverse range of work, from attending client meetings, to advising on redundancy payments, to applying for civil restraint orders. This month I have also spent a whole week in the central London family court assisting in a multi-million pound divorce!”Employment OpportunitiesAs a young, dynamic and expanding firm of solicitors, we are always on the lookout for enthusiastic, highly motivated and bright candidates at all levels of qualification and in every discipline.If you would like to join the team please send a CV and covering letter by email to Keely Durrant.Contact: <a href="mailto:careers@ad-solicitors.co.uk" target="_blank">careers@ad-solicitors.co.uk</a>

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