Training Contract With Farrer In Contra Costa
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Yes, but any offer will depend on the firm successfully obtaining a work permit for you. If you are successful in securing a training contract, Debevoise will offer assistance to obtain the necessary work permits and visas.
A training contract is a compulsory period of practical training in a law firm for law graduates before they can qualify as a solicitor in the United Kingdom (UK), Ireland, Australia or Hong Kong, or as an advocate and solicitor in Singapore.
During a training contract, also referred to as a period of recognised training, you'll work at a law firm and gain hands on experience in a number of legal practice areas. Each period is known as a “seat” and last approximately six months each. You'll also have to tackle both contentious and non-contentious seats.
Most law firms recruit trainees up to two years in advance, so it's important to plan ahead. As an international student, you would require visa sponsorship from your Training Contract provider.
You automatically have the right to work in the UK if: you're a British or Irish citizen. you have pre-settled or settled status from the EU Settlement Scheme - or you've applied and you're waiting for a decision. you have a family permit from the EU Settlement Scheme.
Farrer & Co provides a range of specialist, high-quality legal services to businesses, financial services, not-for profit, education, private individuals and families. Farrer & Co is synonymous with the highest quality legal advice and service. We steadfastly guide our clients through their most turbulent moments.
What sets us apart is our ability to form tight-knit, multidisciplinary teams to solve complex client issues.
Our two-year training contract is divided into six seats, each lasting four months. First five seats: Rotations through 5 of 13 different practice areas to provide broad legal exposure. Final seat: Focused in the practice area where trainees will qualify, ensuring a smooth transition to the associate role.
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Yes, there is always lots of competition for places available so Farrer & Co would encourage candidates to apply again if they are initially unsuccessful but still interested in joining the firm.
