66 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London WC2A 3LH Tel: 020 3375 7000 Email: graduaterecruitment@farrer.co.uk Web: www.farrer.co.uk Farrer & Co LLP
2019
The firm Farrer & Co is a successful law firm with a distinguished history and an excellent reputation built up over many years. The firm provides a full service to clients as well as having outstanding expertise in a number of niche sectors. This is coupled with careful attention to personal service and quality, and a strong emphasis on the human touch based on the goodwill of numerous close client relationships. We have approximately 460 staff, including 285 lawyers, many of whom are leaders in their fields and some 80 of whom are partners. Types of work Farrer & Co has expertise in a number of diverse fields including intellectual property, sports, media, matrimonial, heritage, employment, estates work, charity law and financial services. Clients range from national institutions, museums, galleries, schools and universities to high profile individuals and companies such as banks and media organisations. Who should apply Those applicants who appear eager to break the mould – as shown by their initiative for organisation, leadership, exploration or enterprise. We look for trainees who are highly motivated individuals with keen intellects and engaging and interesting personalities. Training programme The training programme involves each trainee in probably the widest range of cases, clients and issues possible in a single law firm. This provides a broad foundation of knowledge and experience, with the opportunity to make an informed choice about the area of law in which to specialise. A high degree of involvement in client work is encouraged under the direct supervision of associates and partners. Trainees attend regular internal and external seminars. The training principal reviews trainees’ progress at the end of each seat and extensive feedback is given. The firm has a friendly atmosphere and holds regular sporting and social events. When and how to apply You can apply at any time. The closing date for training contract applications is 31 July 2020. Applications are dealt with online via the firm’s website. A covering letter forms part of the online application. Work placements Farrer & Co runs Easter and summer vacation schemes for those considering a career in law. An allowance of £300 per week will be paid. The dates for the 2020 vacation schemes will be available from the autumn of this year. The deadline is 31 January 2020 for all schemes. Approximately 100 applicants for summer vacation schemes will be invited to one of three open days held at the firm’s offices in March 2020, which present a good opportunity to get to know the firm. These will help us make the final selection of successful candidates. Sponsorship Fees for GDL and LPC and £7,000 grant per year.
Vacancies Trainees Partners Total staff
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460
Work placement
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Training contract deadline 31 July 2020 Apply to Graduate Recruitment and Development Adviser Starting salary £39,000 (September 2019) Minimum qualifications 2.1 degree Sponsorship GDL/LPC
Offices London
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