3 Waterfront Business Park, Brierley Hill DY5 1LX Tel: 0345 111 5050 Email: beyourself@higgsandsons.co.uk Web: www.higgsandsons.co.uk higgsandsonsgrads higgsandsons Higgs & Sons
The firm Higgs & Sons is one of the largest and most respected law firms in the West Midlands, operating out of offices in Brierley Hill and employing over 200 staff. The firm’s headquarters are situated in a modern, purpose designed facility at the prestigious Waterfront Business Park. We are well recognised in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners guide to the legal profession. Higgs & Sons is different from the typical law firm. We successfully combine traditional values with an innovative approach to legal problems which has helped to attract an impressive client base while also staying true to our local community. Clients and staff alike are attracted to Higgs’ ability to offer an all round service in a number of areas. We are proud to provide a supportive and friendly working environment within which colleagues can thrive. The opportunity for career progression is clear as almost half of our partners trained with the firm. Types of work For the business client: corporate and commercial; insolvency; employment; commercial litigation; and commercial property. For the private client: wills; probate and trusts and tax; employment; personal injury; clinical negligence; conveyancing; dispute resolution; and matrimonial/ family. Who should apply Applications are welcome from law and non-law students who can demonstrate consistently high academic records, a broad range of interpersonal skills and extra-curricular activities and interests. We would like to hear about what you have done to develop your wider skills and awareness. We are looking for people who want to get involved and participate fully in the business. Training programme A training contract at Higgs is different from those offered by other firms. There is the unique opportunity to undertake six four-month seats in a variety of departments, including a double seat in the department into which you wish to qualify as you approach the end of your training contract. Throughout the training contract you will receive a mix of contentious and non-contentious work and an open door policy means that there is always someone on hand to answer questions and supervise your work. Regular appraisals take place at the end of each seat and a designated partner oversees you throughout the duration of your training contract, acting as a mentor. Participation in BTSS events and an active Higgs social environment ensures an effective work life balance. Benefits include private medical insurance, contributory pension, life assurance, 25 days’ holiday and BTSS membership. When and how to apply Apply online at www.higgsandsons.co.uk. Please see website for details. Sponsorship Professional Skills Course, GDL and LPC.
Vacancies Trainees Partners Total staff
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Training contract deadline Please see website
Apply Online Starting salary
1st year – £23,500 2nd year – £25,000 Minimum qualifications 2.1 preferred Sponsorship GDL/LPC Offices Brierley Hill
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