Baker & McKenzie

Baker & McKenzie defined the global law firm in the 20th century, and we are redefining it to meet the challenges of the global economy in the 21st.

We bring to matters the instinctively global perspective and deep market knowledge and insights of more than 3,750 locally admitted lawyers in 69 offices worldwide. We have a distinctive global way of thinking, working and behaving – “fluency” – across borders, issues and practices.

We understand the challenges of the global economy because we have been at the forefront of its evolution. Since 1949, we have advised leading corporations on the issues of today’s integrated world market. We have cultivated the culture, commercial pragmatism and technical and interpersonal skills required to deliver world-class service tailored to the preferences of world-class clients worldwide.

Ours is a passionately collaborative community of 60 nationalities. We have the deep roots and knowledge of the language and culture of business required to address the nuances of local markets worldwide. And our culture of friendship and broad scope of practice enable us to navigate complexity across issues, practices and borders with ease.

Training programme

The two-year training contract comprises of four six month seats which include a corporate and a contentious seat, usually within our highly regarded dispute resolution department, together with the possibility of a secondment abroad or with a client. During each seat you will have formal and informal reviews to discuss your progress and regular meetings to explore subsequent seat preferences. Your training contract commences with a highly interactive and practical induction programme, which focuses on key skills including practical problem solving, presenting and the application of information technology. The firm’s training programmes include important components on management and other business skills, as well as seminars and workshops on key legal topics for each practice area.

Work placements

We offer two summer placement opportunities:

London Summer Placement – three weeks’ duration.

International Summer Placement – six to twelve weeks spent in London and one of our overseas offices.

During your time with us you will have the chance to experience what it is truly like to be a Trainee at Baker & McKenzie.  You will complete meaningful work, learn more about our different practice areas, further develop valuable skills, and have the opportunity to spend time with members of the firm at all stages of their careers.

Who should apply?

The firm strives to enable trainees and interns to be the best they can be. We are looking for individuals who are stimulated by intellectual challenge. Effective communication skills, together with the ability to be creative and practical problem solvers, team players and to have a sense of humour, are qualities, which will help them stand out from the crowd.

When and how to apply

Applications for both our training contracts and summer placements can be submitted by completing an online application form which can be found though our websitewww.bakermckenzie.com/londongraduates.


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