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Deadline 31 July 2025We offer a training contract that encourages a hands-on approach from the outset, encouraging individuality and drawing on previous experiences.We offer our trainees responsibility, exposure to the firm’s business and clients, and a tailored training contract to ensure you are well prepared and equipped for life as a fully-rounded solicitor. All of our trainees are encouraged to handle their own caseload under the supervision of a Partner.Our training contract is divided into four seats lasting six months in each chosen department. Seats are offered in Commercial and/or Residential Property, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Company Commercial, Family and Childcare Law and Wills and Probate. We also offer the opportunity to do a seat in our London office.We pride ourselves on recruiting trainees who have something different to offer. If you feel you have done something different and have an appreciated level of individuality, we would like to hear from you.We also like our trainees to have some experience in the law, whether this is by way of a vacation placement or other pro bono or work experience. Language skills are also welcome.Why Choose a Career With Us?Making the choice to join our Team will provide you with opportunities to work with market leading professionals and clients across a range of industry sectors such as property, litigation and private client.We are committed to ensuring that you have the opportunity to grow your client skills early in your career, by providing you with access to clients in each part of the business you train within. This may include attending client meetings, participating in tenders and managing your own caseloads.As a trainee you will work across a number of different parts of our business and we encourage and invite ideas on new ways of working so, as a business, we can constantly improve.The support network you build internally and externally with colleagues and clients is critical to how you learn and develop and we encourage you to build and maintain these relationships throughout a career with us, working together as one team.Training and ProspectsWe consider trainee solicitors to be part of our professional team and fundamental to the future progress of the firm. Initiative is expected and rewarded, and subject to ability, trainees will be entrusted with responsibility.On appointment you will be attached to a Partner, and during training will spend six months in each of four different departments, thus gaining a wide variety of legal experience. You will work closely with the Partner and are encouraged to assume responsibility for clients’ matters at an early stage.Your salary will be reviewed every six months through the training period and our trainees are entitled to 21 days paid holiday a year in addition to public holidays. Additional benefits include participation in the firm’s pension, death in service and healthcare schemes.Although we make no formal commitment at the outset – nor ask for one – we encourage proven trainees to remain with us after training. We regard our trainees as the main source for our solicitors, and, indeed, future Partners. Many of our present Associates, Principal Associates and Partners trained with the firm.Who Should Apply?We hold interviews for prospective trainees 24 months in advance of employment. Applicants for training contracts should bear this in mind when choosing which year to apply for.First interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams with the HR Team. Second interviews will be with the Head of HR and three partners and will consist of a formal interview and presentation exercises.Click on Apply for more details.

Training Contract - Sept 2026 - Nockolds

Deadline: 15 January 2025Applications for training contracts are open!At Acuity Law we recognise that our people are our biggest asset and are committed to developing our junior talent by offering a full and varied training programme for aspiring solicitors and lawyers.Nowadays there are multiple routes to entering the legal profession and we have opportunities for those who wish to pursue the following routes:<ul><li>Legal Practice Course followed by a 2-year Training Contract</li><li>Solicitors Qualifying Exams with 2.6 years of Qualifying Work Experience</li><li>Chartered Legal Executive – to become an advanced paralegal or a specialist lawyer</li></ul>What We Are Looking ForAs a future Acuity solicitor, you will have a strong academic background, a keen interest in the commercial world and the appetite to challenge and innovate. With a passion for all things legal, Acuity trainees will be able to demonstrate practical work experience in a commercial environment, legal or otherwise.What to expectOur training contracts are based at our Cardiff head office but there may be the opportunity to do a seat in our other UK offices. We also occasionally have client secondment opportunities.We try to give our trainees the opportunity to develop their own careers by choosing which departments they wish to cover during their training contract. Therefore, whilst we will allocate your first seat, you will be invited to put forward your preferences for the remainder of your training contract with us.Our training contracts adopt a hands-on approach as we believe that you learn more by getting fully involved from the outset. You can also expect high levels of client interaction, partner-led supervision and engagement and real responsibility from your training contract.You will receive regular and constructive feedback from your supervisor or other senior lawyers in the team and you will be allocated a buddy for each seat, most of whom have trained with us.Acuity cultureWe are a team of lawyers that like to do things a little differently. Our team of 100+ exceptional and instinctively commercial lawyers have an entrepreneurial spirit and an appetite for better legal services.As an innovative firm, we adopt a hybrid approach to working and encourage our trainees to work flexibly where possible, in addition to being able to benefit from valuable office time. Whether you prefer being office-based every day or working flexibly, we work with you to ensure the best learning experience possible.We have done away with a strict dress code and entrust our people to dress appropriately for the day ahead; sometimes this will mean jeans and sometimes it may mean a full suit.With an array of Acuity committees comprising Acuity colleagues’ firm-wide, there is plenty of opportunity to get involved. From legal bake-offs, summer parties, quiz nights, ‘Wellbeing Wednesdays’ to our annual netball tournament, there is plenty of opportunity to build great relationships with your colleagues.As legal change-agents, our thought leadership and innovation initiatives provide the ideal opportunity to challenge the status quo and to partner with some of our industry-leading experts. Whether you enjoy producing podcasts or penning legal articles, we encourage our trainees to broaden their interest beyond the realms of the traditional legal world.With a passion for providing bespoke legal solutions, designed with our clients in mind, you could be the pioneer of the next Acuity product. We recognise that our trainees are often best placed to innovate and challenge and we actively engage our trainees in new product development.We understand that pursuing a career in law can be difficult to access for certain individuals and we have a discretionary fund available which we can utilise to aid with social mobility and to help break down the barriers some face with entry into the legal profession.Application processAll applications must be made via our online process. Please do not sent a CV and covering letter as we are unable to accept these<ul><li>Applicants who pass the initial application stage, will be invited to undertake a series of e-psychometric tests and a short video interview.</li><li>An assessment day will then be held consisting of group and written exercises, verbal and critical reasoning tasks, and an opportunity to meet our current trainees and junior lawyers within our firm.</li><li>Final interview with our HR Manager and a selection of Acuity Partners</li><li>Offer will then be made to successful applicants</li></ul>Who should applyAn Acuity Trainee should have a natural drive to succeed, an inquisitive nature, a strong academic background and committed interest in developing a long-term career with us. For us, your training contract is only the start – we are able to offer an exciting and fulfilling defined career path once qualified and so we are looking for candidates that want this too.You will ideally have:<ul><li>A minimum of 3 A-Levels or equivalent at grades BBB or above;</li><li>A degree level at 2:1 or above or working towards (unless there are genuine mitigating circumstances).</li></ul>We are looking for you to demonstrate a real commitment to a career in commercial law by gaining experience and taking commercial modules on your LPC (as applicable).If you have previously applied for a training contract and have been unsuccessful then please note the following.We appreciate that it often takes several rounds of applications before successfully securing a training contract and do not want to discourage you from applying to us again if you feel Acuity Law is the right fit for you – we recognise this is part of the learning process. However, we will only consider a new application from you if you have gained significant work or volunteering experience (at least six months), achieved an award for your academic achievements or addressed any obvious shortcomings since your last application.If you are in the same position as you were when you previously applied, then you will unfortunately not be considered on this occasion.

Training Contract - 2025 - Acuity Law

Application deadline: 31 July 2025We are now accepting applications for September 2027.We recruit one or two trainee solicitors each year. Our standards of training are recognised as being of the highest calibre and we are proud that at the end of their time with us, our trainees go on to become skilled and highly capable qualified solicitors.We do not believe in engaging several trainees and then cherry picking the best at the end of their time with us. We look to recruit the right people from the outset, with a view to them enjoying a long and fulfilling career with us.We consider that trainee solicitors are the future of our firm - which is proven by the fact that many of our partners and senior lawyers trained at Rollits.What will you do?You will be based in the Hull office, but may be required to spend time at York.We expect trainee solicitors to become a valuable member of the Rollits team from day one. Trainees at Rollits learn by doing, by being involved, and by taking responsibility. Our Qualifying Work Experience is split into four seats, each of six months. You will gain experience in company and commercial, dispute resolution and property, and may also have the opportunity of spending time in our private capital department.You will also be expected to join in with the firm's many and varied business development activities.What will we do?We will provide you with work experience incorporating real work, client contact and top quality experience, and support you during this key stage in your career.Trainees always sit with a qualified lawyer, sometimes a partner, who will supervise you on a day to day basis. In each seat you will be assigned a trainee supervisor who will ensure that things run smoothly for you, and who will keep the training principal fully informed of your progress. We also assign a training "buddy" to first year trainees, who are usually newly qualified lawyers who have recently experienced the demands of the training contract and can offer you informal support and advice.You will be subject to informal progress reviews on a regular basis, and by more formal appraisals twice in each seat.Continuing professional development (including the professional skills course) is provided for you through internal and external seminars and workshops.Who do we want?Students will need to be able to begin a period of Qualifying Work Experience in September 2027 having completed (and passed) a law degree and LPC or academic non-law degree, GDL, LPC or SQE1 and SQE2 by that date.&nbsp; &nbsp;We are looking for candidates with the equivalent of three grade Bs at A level, and if you have not already done so, you must be on track to obtain a 2:1 or above in your degree.You must have good written and oral communications skills.&nbsp;&nbsp;We value commercial awareness, and the ability to demonstrate commitment to Rollits and its business region.&nbsp;&nbsp;Above all we are looking for candidates with the right attitude and who are motivated and enthusiastic about a career in the law.How to applyPlease complete the on-line application form and submit it with a covering letter and CV to:Jill Hudson, Rollits LLP, Citadel House, 58 High Street, Hull HU1 1QEOr e-mail your application to her at: <a href="mailto:jill.hudson@rollits.com" target="_blank">moc.stillor@nosduh.llij</a>

Training Contract - September 2027 - Rollits

Application deadline: 1 March 2025Debenhams Ottaway is a great place to start your career in law. Our long-running training contracts have been very successful, with a third of all lawyers and partners starting out at Debenhams Ottaway as trainees.What should I expect as a trainee?Our training programme provides high levels of supervision and client contact. You’ll be assigned a supervisor and you’ll receive regular feedback and support throughout your contract. Trainees experience a wide range of practice areas including dispute resolution, family, employment, corporate and commercial, property and private client. This means you’ll gain knowledge and experience in a range of different areas, to help you decide which area of law you would like to pursue.What are we looking for in our trainees?We are looking for people with the enthusiasm, imagination and drive to succeed. We like candidates to demonstrate a commitment to client service, who are commercially aware and think outside the box. We encourage our trainees to get involved at all levels. Recent activities include organising social events and getting involved in firm wide marketing initiatives. You do not have to have studied law to join us, however, you must have successfully completed the LPC at the start of the training contract.“Everyone is always so willing to explain things to you, even people that aren’t in my team are happy to stop and talk to me about their work. I think that is quite unique to Debenhams Ottaway that everyone is always there to help you and is invested in you.” Jenny Carter, Family Solicitor (and former Trainee)What if a training contract is not right for me right now?If the training contract isn’t right for you, we have other roles to help you get your career in law off to a flying start, from paralegal/legal assistants to business or legal support. This is a great opportunity if you are looking for an alternative route into law that are less formal than the training contract process.When can I apply for a training contract?We recruit trainees annually – the number of trainees and timings are based on the needs of the business to ensure that trainees have a high quality training and experience during this period. For our September 2025 intake, please send your applications to <a href="mailto:recruitment@debenhamsottaway.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@debenhamsottaway.co.uk</a> no later than 1 March 2025.How can I apply for a training contract?If you’ve got enthusiasm, imagination and the drive to succeed, talk to us to find out more about joining the Debenhams Ottaway team. Drop our team a line at <a href="mailto:recruitment@debenhamsottaway.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@debenhamsottaway.co.uk</a> to find out what opportunities there might be for you.Debenhams Ottaway is a great place to start your legal career, but don’t take our word for it. Find out from some of our team who began their careers with us as Trainees themselves, about what makes us different and why they like working at Debenhams Ottaway.“I’ve had support since I started as a trainee solicitor. I’ve always been encouraged to push myself and always go for the next opportunity. It’s really rewarding to see Debenhams Ottaway put their faith and trust in me.” Barry Griffin, Partner“The people are the reason why I’ve stayed here since qualifying. They have seen me grow and they’ve been through that journey with me and supported me throughout.” Rachel Hyndman, PartnerA bit more about Debenhams OttawayDebenhams Ottaway is a multi-service law firm in the heart of St Albans. We work with individuals, families and businesses in Hertfordshire, London and across the UK, helping them make the most of new possibilities or deal with unexpected challenges at home or in business. Our long and successful history as a leading private wealth adviser is now matched by the reputation of our corporate, real estate and litigation teams that work with medium-sized businesses, owner-managed businesses and entrepreneurs.Debenhams Ottaway is an exciting and demanding environment to work in and we offer support and guidance to help you achieve your best. We believe passionately in providing outstanding support to clients and staff alike and our teams of talented and ambitious people work together to help clients succeed. Our career framework gives you the opportunity to learn and develop in a structured but flexible way.Teams and lawyers across the firm are recognised in Chambers UK, Chambers HNW and The Legal 500. These leading legal directories benchmark law firms and individual lawyers based on independent research and recommendations by fellow professionals and clients. The firm is also Lexcel accredited with further specialist accreditations in conveyancing, private client and family.Away from the law, our long standing history in Hertfordshire mean that we are committed to supporting our local community. We encourage staff at all levels to get involved in projects that have a positive impact for the benefit of charities and the wider community. Each year we focus our fundraising on one local charity that is voted for by staff. We also have a busy social calendar for staff to socialise away from the office. Events include quiz nights, a summer BBQ, end of financial year celebration and a Christmas party.

Training Contract - September 2025 - Debenhams Ottaway

Application closing date: tbc but likely to be 29 November 2024We recruit between four and six trainee solicitors each year.&nbsp; Our aim is to ensure that all trainees will become highly competent as newly qualified solicitors, confident in their ability to meet client demands utilising the skills which they have acquired.We focus on providing a supportive environment in which a trainee’s talents can flourish.&nbsp; Each trainee completes four, six-month, seats during their training contract, enabling them to experience a wide variety of work and to explore different practice areas.&nbsp; When you join Lawrence Stephens, you will be given responsibility and autonomy from your first day and will be supported through each stage of your career development by experienced senior staff.&nbsp; We guarantee that you will have boundless opportunities to achieve and accelerate your legal career with us.A training contract with us focuses on learning about practical and commercial applications of the law and we encourage each of our trainees to build and nurture their own network of business and professional contacts.&nbsp; Trainees also learn about the expectations of our clients and the different sectors in which they operate.&nbsp; A dedicated supervisor is allocated to trainees in each seat, who oversees their workload and provides feedback.Trainees will be guaranteed a valued role within the firm where they will very quickly engage with our clients.&nbsp; They will be expected to notice, articulate the case for change, and have the opportunity to lead improvements to our working practices.&nbsp; Everyone in the firm has a voice and we will work hard to ensure that our trainees find and develop theirs.We operate a hybrid work environment in which trainees will be expected to work hard and encouraged to engage in the cultural life of the firm (which includes our annual sports day, quiz nights and various charitable endeavours).Trainees will be paid a market rate together with benefits including a health plan, 25 days' holiday with time off at Christmas in addition as well as pension contribution and participation in the firm’s Wellness programme.Applications for our September 2024 intake our now closed. For our Training Contract beginning September 2025, applications will open in September/October 2024. Please watch this space.Please note that applicants will be expected to have completed your SQE or LPC exams by the time they qualify with us.Ready to apply?&nbsp;Please send your CV and cover letter to our Trainee Recruitment team at <a href="mailto:traineerecruitment@lawstep.co.uk" target="_blank">traineerecruitment@lawstep.co.uk</a>&nbsp;

Training Contract - September 2025 - Lawrence Stephens

Application deadline 27 November 2024Training ContractsOur trainee solicitors&nbsp;are the future of Leathes Prior - 60% of our Partnership trained within the firm.Led by our training principal <a href="https://www.leathesprior.co.uk/our-people/sarah-appleton" target="_blank">Sarah Appleton</a>, trainees make their journey across the firm supported by our partners and their teams.We aim to design training contracts according to the individual trainee solicitor. Holding regular reviews, we discuss progress and use these discussions to plan the next seat. We believe it is important that this is kept flexible because every trainee&nbsp;solicitor is different and their journey with us is unique.&nbsp;Our trainees normally complete four&nbsp;seats across the firm, spending six&nbsp;months in each seat. At the point of qualification we do our best to retain every trainee&nbsp;solicitor&nbsp;and they do not just qualify to fill vacancies within the firm - the firm often expands to create positions for the right candidates.Early responsibilityOur trainee solicitors are treated as important lawyers from day one&nbsp;which means the work which is given is on real matters and with real clients. Working alongside our partners and their teams, trainee solicitors&nbsp;are expected to be ready to face challenges and pressure early on to get the best out of their experience.Firm-wide supportWe are an exceptionally social firm and have won the ‘most sociable firm in the UK’ award for multiple years in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.legal500.com/future-lawyers/survey/future-lawyers-winners/how-good-is-your-firms-social-life/" target="_blank">The Legal 500 Future Lawyers survey</a>. This and our other awards according to our own trainees can be seen on our Legal 500 Future Lawyers <a href="https://www.legal500.com/future-lawyers/profiles/leathes-prior/" target="_blank">profile</a>. &nbsp;The teams at LP all work closely together and trainee solicitors&nbsp;are encouraged to get involved in activities across all teams, not just the team where they sit. Aside from the work trainees take on to develop their legal knowledge and ability, they are also given opportunity to develop other skills by taking part in firm-wide events such as&nbsp;<a href="https://syncthecity.com/" target="_blank">Sync the&nbsp;City</a>.Opportunity for growthWe are a full-service firm which means our trainee solicitors have a choice of eight areas to experience during their training contract. Our size allows us to provide close-knit support from lawyers of all levels and fantastic opportunities to progress and develop. During your training with us, you will have regular reviews and guidance with your supervisor, the training principal&nbsp;and the People &amp; Culture Manager. You will also be paired with a qualified lawyer 'buddy' offering more informal support. Once qualified, our lawyers then pair up with a mentor&nbsp;who supports their career progression to Associate, Senior Associate and Partner levels.Competitive BenefitsWe have a wide range of benefits to offer our trainees from their very first day at LP including:<ul><li>Firm-wide bonus scheme which in the 2023/2024 financial year, paid each employee 10% of their annual salary as a bonus</li><li>Healthcare cash plan</li><li>Wellbeing support</li><li>Free eye tests</li><li>Annual flu vaccination clinic</li><li>Enhanced parental leave</li><li>Free breakfast and fresh fruit</li><li>Free railcard</li><li>Discounted bus travel</li><li>Subsidised city centre parking</li><li>Pension based on full salary and annual advice sessions</li><li>Corporate discounts</li></ul>In addition to the above we offer all of our future trainee solicitors&nbsp;the option to take up an interest free loan to help fund their LPC course fees.How To ApplyThere are two ways to obtain a training contract with our firm. The first option is to apply to spend a week with us during our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.leathesprior.co.uk/careers/vacation-scheme" target="_blank">Vacation Scheme</a>&nbsp;weeks. Students that impress and show an interest in pursuing a training contract will either be invited to a follow up assessment with our trainee recruitment panel or offered a place at the next available Trainee Assessment Day.You can also apply to attend our Trainee Assessment Day. We don’t like long application forms so all we ask for is a CV and a cover letter to tell us a little bit about you and why you want to train with us. The assessment day gives us the chance to get to know you and decide whether we can see you fitting into the LP team. Likewise, this day is a chance for you to meet us and see if&nbsp;LP is a good fit for you.&nbsp;We take all applications by email to <a href="mailto:recruitment@leathesprior.co.uk?subject=How%20to%20apply%3A%20" target="_blank">recruitment@leathesprior.co.uk</a>.The application deadlines for the 2025&nbsp;Trainee Assessment Day and&nbsp;Vacation Schemes are&nbsp;as follows:Trainee Assessment Day - 27 November 2024Easter Vacation Scheme - 26 February 2025Summer Vacation Scheme- 23&nbsp;July 2025FAQsI am a little further along in my studies and have started/ completed the LPC/ SQE course, will I be recruited for a 2026&nbsp;start?We encourage candidates to apply as early as possible to get a place on their preferred training year. Having said this, we do sometimes have a space available in the preceding years so do let us know if you wish to be considered for an earlier start.I am not sure whether my grades will be sufficiently high, should I still apply?Whilst we do like to see top grades we will not filter out applications purely based on this. That being said, we do receive high volumes of strong candidates so if your grades are lower, we would be looking to see something else on your application to make you stand out from others with stronger academics. &nbsp;Do you have a preferred LPC provider?We do not have a preference so will let you make this decision. It will have no impact on your offer, nor will it affect the LPC loan we offer to successful candidates.Can I study the LPC whilst completing my training contract?We only make such arrangements for students who are already close to completing their LPC and who we invite to start with us in the same year. Our standard practice is to start the training contract after the completion of the LPC. The LPC is not an easy course and our trainees are given real client work from day one&nbsp;so this ensures that trainees are able to put 100% into their development at the firm and balance this with home life.Do you have opportunities available for first year students?Choosing your Training Contract is a big decision and if you are starting your search in your first year then we commend you for being so pro-active! Whilst our Trainee Assessment Day is aimed at second/third year students (or final year for non-law) we do take applications from first year students for our Summer Vacation Scheme week allowing students starting their applications at the end of year one to take part. We also encourage first year students not yet ready to apply, to connect with us on social media and stay in the loop with our news and events. &nbsp;Thinking about the upcoming Solicitor Qualifying Examination (SQE) route?The SQE is a new way of qualifying as a solicitor and you can find more details on the <a href="https://www.sra.org.uk/" target="_blank">SRA website</a>. Whilst the <a href="https://www.sra.org.uk/students/sqe/transitional-arrangements/" target="_blank">transitional arrangements</a> are in place, we intend to continue to offer our usual Vacation Scheme and Training Contract programmes. If you do have a particular interest in switching to the SQE route soon, let us know when you apply. We are flexible in our approach to how we train our future lawyers so if your application is successful we can explore this with you.Further details of the renumeration package will be released to successful candidates upon the receipt of a training contract offer.

Training Contract - 2025 - Leathes Prior Solicitors

Application deadline: not statedStarting your career in law? Qualify with usHere at LCF Law, we are changing legal services for good: for the good of our clients and for the good of the profession. With our solicitor training contracts, you can be a part of that change.Your two years with LCF Law will be the start of a successful career. We will support you, mentor you and enable you to turn all those years of study into becoming a confident, commercially-minded, fully qualified solicitor. You will experience working in a variety of seats across our corporate, disputes, personal and real estate departments.We will present you with work that is both challenging and rewarding. We recognise the fact that the development and success of our lawyers go hand in hand with the growth of our business, so we will support you to build your career and achieve your goals.You will be provided with formal end of seat reviews, together with informal mid-seat appraisals. These will be an opportunity to gain valuable feedback on your performance, get direction on future seat allocation and discuss your personal and professional development.We also offer our trainees the opportunity to gain experience of the firm’s marketing and self-development activities. Trainees are encouraged to join the firm’s networking group, Next Generation Networking, attend and help organise social events and assist in representing the firm at law fairs and marketing events.Why choose LCF Law? We retain the vast majority of our trainees who go on to progress their careers with us. We aim to support all colleagues in achieving their potential and reward contribution and commitment to the firm.In May 2023, we were ranked of one of the best places to work by the Sunday Times based on an anonymous survey of our employees. You can find out more about what it’s like to work with us in our brochure, A Law Firm You’ll Like to Work With.How do I apply? We're currently taking applications for solicitor training contracts starting in October 2025 and 2026. To apply, please send your CV and a Cover Letter to Rebecca Gosling at <a href="mailto:rgosling@lcf.co.uk" target="_blank">rgosling@lcf.co.uk</a>&nbsp;What our colleagues have to say Harriet Thornton | Head of Real Estate Law | BradfordHarriet Thornton started working for LCF Law on a training contract in 2005, qualifying as a solicitor in 2007, and was promoted to partner in 2022. An award-winning property lawyer, who is highly skilled in all aspects of commercial property and with a speciality in residential leasehold enfranchisement, she now heads the firm’s 18-strong real estate department.“The firm has a supportive culture for everyone to reach their potential. If you want career progression, the opportunity is there, and you will get the support and guidance required. As leaders, we want to see our team grow and develop and be successful. We also understand the importance of family and valuing life outside work. Anyone entering the profession needs to understand that being a lawyer is hard work, but picking the right firm will make all the difference.”Ryan Gosling | Bridie Johnson-Power | Legal CareersBridie Johnson-Power and Ryan Cotton became solicitors at LCF Law having completed their legal training with the firm. Simon Stell, Partner had the following to say about them:"Both Bridie and Ryan did extremely well throughout their training and had already built up plenty of experience with direct contact client work over their training with us. We’re delighted that they decided to continue their careers with LCF Law and there’s no doubt they both have promising careers ahead of them and can play integral roles within our well-established Disputes and Real Estate teams."

Training Contract - 2025 & 2026 - LCF Law

Application deadline: not statedGaby Hardwicke Solicitors is committed to investing in its junior lawyers, and our trainee programme is where it all starts.&nbsp; We see our trainees as future owners and leaders of the firm&nbsp; – indeed, five of our current partners trained with us – and our hope is that we will retain every trainee we recruit, and that they will go on to enjoy successful careers with the firm.We offer traditionally structured training contracts, where – typically – our trainees undertake four seats of around six months each.&nbsp; We are a mid-sized regional practice, offering both private client and commercial law services and a typical training contract will involve seats in both of these areas. &nbsp;We are blessed with great clients and there is plenty of quality work.Trainees undertake a short initial induction programme and then work under the direct supervision of a training principal (typically a partner, and often the head of a team).&nbsp; Both team managers and team members will give you the support that you need during your training contract and there will be plenty of opportunity for getting involved in both client work and on the job training.We don’t have a typical training contract applicant.&nbsp; However, what we tend to look for is:<ul><li>A track record of good academics – GCSE, A-level and degree (or their equivalent).</li><li>A genuine interest in the law, our region and working at Gaby Hardwicke.</li><li>Independence.</li><li>Collegiality</li><li>A determination to succeed and to do the best that you can.</li></ul>We consider applicants on both the LPC and SQE routes.&nbsp; However, we currently only offer training contracts to SQE applicants who want to undertake a full, traditional contract.We have three main offices – in Eastbourne, Bexhill-on-Sea and Hastings – and trainee seats might be in any or all of them.&nbsp; In each office our new trainees will find like-minded colleagues, be they existing trainees, newly qualified solicitors, paralegals or executives.As a firm we care a great deal about our working culture – making sure that our staff are well trained, happy and willing to go the extra mile for clients is important to us.&nbsp; We therefore encourage trainees to get involved in firm life and extra-curricular activities as much as they can.We offer competitive salaries from September 2024, (£28,500 in Year 1 and £31,000 in Year 2) and a great package of benefits.The Recruitment ProcessOur recruitment process for trainee solicitors has two stages:<ol><li>Formal application by covering letter and C.V. Applications are considered by our training principal, who selects between 8-16 candidates for interview.</li><li>A formal interview by a panel of partners, plus a short written assessment exercise.</li></ol>Our minimum academic requirements are a 2.1 degree, not necessarily in law, and a minimum of 128 UCAS points from 3 A levels or the IB equivalent.We are now inviting applications for training contracts (up to two) commencing in September 2026.All applications and any enquiries should be directed to <a href="mailto:debbie.ellis@gabyhardwicke.co.uk" target="_blank">debbie.ellis@gabyhardwicke.co.uk</a>.

Training Contract - September 2026 -  Gaby Hardwicke Solicitors

Application deadline: ongoing recruitmentTrainee solicitors are a vital part of this firm. We believe strongly in training our own staff internally and adopt a hands on approach wherever possible.&nbsp;Our Jennifer Sole won the lawcareers.net award for best small firm trainer in 2015 and we were shortlisted for a best training award by lawcareers.net for over 5 years until they discontinued their awards. &nbsp; In December 2021 we were awarded a silver medal in the Workplace Happiness Awards sponsored by The Telegraph, and this was without even applying!During their contract, our trainees gain exposure to all of the areas of law we practise and, under supervision, will have client contact from the very beginning.ApplyWe are currently seeking trainee solicitors to work in our London City and High&nbsp;Wycombe offices beginning in 2024 and 2025.There is no deadline for making an application – we are generally always recruiting as the firm’s departments are all growing. We consider applications throughout the year.&nbsp;We often arrange 2-day assessment periods which allow both us and the candidate to obtain an insight into each other.&nbsp;Suitable candidates should have a minimum of a 2:1 degree, if this has already been completed.&nbsp;We do consider applications from candidates who have not yet completed their degree or LPC, and candidates who wish to seek to qualify through the SQE route.If you wish to make an application please send a covering letter/email and your CV&nbsp;to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:training@curzongreen.co.uk" target="_blank">training@curzongreen.co.uk</a>

Training Contract/Solicitor Apprenticeship - 2024 & 2025 - Curzon Green

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.Closing date for applications to be sent to <a href="mailto:sandra.hillard@osborneslaw.com" target="_blank">sandra.hillard@osborneslaw.com</a> is 31st March 2025.

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