We are a leading international law firm. With more than 2,500 lawyers working across 28 offices in 16 different countries, we provide first-rate legal services to corporations, financial institutions and governments around the world. Our lawyers work on high profile, interesting and often ground-breaking work for a range of high profile clients around the world. Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer combines a depth of local knowledge with an unrivalled breadth of expertise across practice areas and borders.

There is no such thing as a 'typical' Freshfields lawyer. Our international focus, wide array of practice areas and varied clients demand individuals with differing skills and interests. To work with us, you will need strong academic ability, a broad range of skills and a good record of achievement in other areas.

The main practice areas are Corporate, Finance, Dispute Resolution, Antitrust, Competition and Trade, Tax, IP/IT, Employment, Pensions and Benefits, Environmental, Planning and Regulatory, Real Estate.

We recruit 100 people each year to start as trainee solicitors in our London office. Working with and learning from one of the most talented peer groups in the legal world, you’ll get the blend of support and freedom you need to evolve your career and take advantage of the opportunities our international network offers.

In addition to our induction programme, you’ll complete the Professional Skills Course and have regular “off the job” training in practice-specific and ‘soft’ skills areas. Training continues up to and beyond partnership and most is designed in-house to ensure it meets your needs and the requirements of the business.