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The firm is a leading global law firm with over 6,000 people, including 2,700 lawyers, in 26 offices across Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East and the US.
As one of the world’s leading law firms, we advise many of the biggest and most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe. Our clients trust us with their most important transactions, disputes and projects because of our ability to cut through complexity and mitigate risk. We offer local insight and seamless cross-border service in all major regions. Positioned to support the major trade flows, we help the world’s top companies thrive in the global economy.
We're a high-profile, respected and renowned global law firm. Joining us means working on important or leading matters and markets, alongside colleagues who are experts within their field.
Our global network gives you international perspective and opportunity, from cross-border work to overseas secondments, and the chance to experience different markets, cultures and teams. We welcome different perspectives, whatever your background or degree. Whether you studied law or something entirely different, your voice will be heard.
Our opportunities are your foundation for a career with a global law firm, known for expertise, insight and diverse perspectives.
You’ll be part of a team that’s actively engaging with the future — from sector specialisms that set us apart to our leadership in digital legal delivery and innovation. We’re proud of the inclusive, grounded culture we’ve built, and the shared success we’re striving towards.
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Mayer Brown is an international law firm positioned to represent the world’s major corporations, funds and financial institutions in their most important and complex transactions and disputes.
We are a distinctive law firm, with a unique combination of services built and shaped around the needs of our international clients. Our unrivalled blend of expertise, agility and culture means we have the flexibility to meet their most challenging demands and adapt to the changing world around us. While many of our practice areas can be found at other firms, our unique mix cannot.
As a trainee you could be working on major corporate transactions, commercial litigation or private capital matters, or working for private clients on their most complex affairs.
We recruit people to build careers for the long term. We know each other personally which means we work together with more cohesion, and less formality. Our culture is entrepreneurial, challenging and supportive, and we are a place where everyone, at whatever level, can thrive.
Slaughter and May is a leading international law firm, recognised for our exceptional legal service and our commitment to clients. The firm is a trusted adviser to some of the largest companies in the world, advising on high-profile, complex and often ground-breaking transactions.
Our forward thinking, innovative approach to legal services complements the best-in-class advice on which our reputation is built. Excellence is deeply ingrained in our culture and absolutely central to everything we do.
Diversity and Inclusion is an integral part of how we do things as a firm. We believe that a supportive and inclusive workplace drives collaboration and enhances business performance. We are looking to employ the brightest minds regardless of what or where they studied.
We are currently recruiting for our September 2028/March 2029 training contracts and 2026 summer work experience schemes. Registrations are also open for our October virtual insight afternoon.
Applications for our Spring Forward programme and spring open days will open on Monday 6 October 2025.
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
Our programmes offer invaluable opportunities for aspiring lawyers to immerse themselves in the unique environment of a leading global law firm. Participants engage in real-world legal work, gain access to a limitless network of expertise, and build a network that will prepare them for the next stage their careers.
Our spring and summer Vacation Schemes allow you to support client-facing work alongside your peers, offering a genuine understanding of life as a trainee solicitor. You will work closely with experienced lawyers, learning more about the culture of the firm.
Over the two weeks, you will also gain broad exposure to the different practice areas through presentations run by our associates. At the end of the scheme, you’ll have the chance to interview for a training contract.
The First-Year Spring Scheme is an introduction to life at Latham. This scheme offers a unique opportunity to learn about law firm operations by shadowing Latham lawyers in different practice areas. It is an excellent opportunity to begin thinking about next steps,
while providing a supportive environment to explore your interests and develop foundational skills.
Join us at Latham & Watkins, a place where ambition meets excellence, and take the first step towards a rewarding legal career.
