Most training contracts at City and national firms have a 31 July deadline. However, deadlines can occasionally change at the last minute so to be certain check individual websites. A number of firms also set their deadlines a little earlier in May or June. While some firms recruit for training contracts on a rolling basis, others invite candidates for interview before their official deadline has passed so applying as early as possible is good advice which covers all eventualities.
The minimum salary under the SRA training regulations is the National Minimum Wage, which is reviewed by the government annually. Many firms pay higher salaries though. For a better idea of salary expectations, see how much do lawyers earn? It can be difficult for those with a high to secure a training contract, so it is even harder for those with a lower degree classification.
If there are extenuating circumstances for your or third and there is a particular firm you want to work for, contact them and explain your situation. Whether over the phone or in your cover letter, tell them about everything you've done outside of the classroom - such as legal work experience , a university club or any pro bono work.
Explain what you did and the skills you've gained. While Magic Circle firms are probably out of the question, turn your attention to medium-sized and high street firms. However, these aren't an easy option and you'll still need to prove you can meet the demands of the job without a Don't be disheartened by your or third.
While grades are important, they need to be paired with skills such as teamwork, effective communication and commercial awareness. Take a look at 7 essential skills for a successful law career. Employers are looking for you to show that you have done your research, know what the firm does and how you'll fit into its culture. The best way to do this is with a targeted cover letter detailing what particular aspects of the firm interest you. Make sure you can support whatever you write as you may be asked about it at interview.
Hand-in-hand with this is a perfect CV and application form - grammatically correct, no spelling mistakes and with all the requested information. While this won't be a deciding factor in getting a training contract, it will certainly help you get to the interview stage.
Make sure you double check everything and get someone else to look over it. With so many applicants it will come down to what you've done to stand out. If you've carried out a vacation scheme, make sure you detail what you did and the skills you've gained - especially if it's at the same firm you're applying to.
If you feel you're lacking knowledge you should look to arrange some work experience. Find out how to write a legal CV and cover letter and prepare for questions you might be asked at a law interview.
There's no reason why you can't apply again next year but you need to ensure that you use the time before then to improve your CV. One way of doing this is with a vacation scheme. This gives you the opportunity to see how a law firm works, whether the role is for you and it also gives the firm a chance to see what you're like.
Alternatively, you could do pro bono work, which will improve your legal skills and give you real-life examples to draw on in training contract interviews. It's now possible for students to apply to the SRA on the basis that they have met the requirements of a 'period of recognised training' by equivalent means. Law is an intellectual discipline to study at university, but the trainee experience ain't so. Expect to do plenty of administrative tasks like form filling, taking notes, calling people and arranging meetings.
Once you're qualified you may actually get to grapple with the law. Yes, most trainees get client contact, but they are usually just in contact with someone to ask for documents, arrange meetings, get things signed off etc. If you're working with a big company the person you're in contact with is usually just another lawyer. Only at high-street and legal aid practices do trainees regularly give direct advice to clients usually individuals , and even this will be supervised.
As a commercial lawyer you can expect to be asked to do transactional or advisory work for businesses or organisations which the general public may see as unsavoury, eg offshore companies, tax avoiders, tobacco firms, shady governments or oil companies. We tackle this issue in more detail on our feature on Ethics and the law. Law firms are hierarchical institutions — more so than businesses in most other professions, especially the creative sector.
Law Training Contracts This section provides a detailed guide to training contracts and includes tips and videos from recruitment teams and current trainees. Training Contract Conference. Our guide to Legal Training Contracts Find out what training contracts involve Watch videos featuring current trainees and recruiters See what you could earn Read about seats and secondments.
Jump to Section Icon. What Is a Law Training Contract? Receive our emails to stay up-to-date on commercial awareness news Sign me up! What Does a Trainee Solicitor Do? You will get involved in work for a number of different clients. Daily tasks may include: Attending meetings with clients Drafting emails and letters to clients Drafting and negotiating legal documents and contracts Attending interviews Preparing for and attending court proceedings Administrative tasks such as proofreading documents Want to know more about the kind of work you might complete on your training contract?
Law Training Contract Seats Law training contract seats are periods of time that law trainees spend in specific legal departments. It covers the following core areas: Financial and Business Skills Advocacy and Communication Skills Client Care and Professional Standards During your Professional Skills course, you will take elective modules on areas of the law which interest you. When to Apply For Law Training Contracts When you should apply for solicitor training contracts depends on your chosen study route and choice of law firm.
Study Route When to Apply Three-year qualifying law degree Your second year Three-year non-law degree Your third year Four-year qualifying law degree Your third year Four-year non-law degree Your fourth year.
Law Training Contracts Salary A training contract salary can vary greatly depending on where in the UK you complete your training and the type of law firm you apply to.
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