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.
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.
Farrer & Co - Wikipedia.
Farrer & Co - Wikipedia.
Based in London, these firms are: A&O Shearman. Clifford Chance. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
Farrers is, of course, best known for having been the late Queen's solicitors. It's acted for the Royal Family for over seventy years and its private client work is top notch, as are related fields such as agriculture and family.
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.
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