Davis Polk has set a new record for trainee solicitor salaries in London. The US firm recruits around five UK trainees each year and now offers a salary of ÂŁ65,000 in year one, rising to ÂŁ70,000 in year two. These previous sat at ÂŁ60,000 and ÂŁ65,000, respectively.
Most UK training contracts Orrick. Fried Frank. King & Spalding. Payne Hicks Beach. Wiggin. Haynes and Boone. Katten. Winston & Strawn.
Experience and background training interview questions Can you tell me about your previous work experience ? Can you tell us about your hobbies and interests? What background experience makes you suitable for our firm? What has led you to this point in your career?
Trainee Blog: What makes a standout trainee? We ask our supervisors... Attitude. Entering a team with a positive attitude to get stuck into the work at hand and showing a willingness to learn is key. Being Proactive. Confidence. Attention to detail. Organisation.
How to be a fantastic trainee solicitor/junior lawyer You're enthusiastic. I've said it before, but I really do think that the juniors who stand out are positive and have a great attitude. You're proactive. You're reliable. You're resilient. You're personable. You're visible.
The covering letter should be brief and certainly contained on a single sheet of paper. It should identify who you are and record that you want to apply for the position. It should have a strong final paragraph, summing up what you can do for the company.
The Magic Circle refers to five prestigious and multinational London-headquartered law firms. They are Allen & Overy; Clifford Chance; Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer; Linklaters; and Slaughter and May.
Most UK training contracts Orrick. Fried Frank. King & Spalding. Payne Hicks Beach. Wiggin. Haynes and Boone. Katten. Winston & Strawn.