Graduate Careers in Law

Be in the spotlight.

Be at the heart of a leading global firm. Be celebrated for your individuality. Be invested in and be exceptional. Be in the spotlight.

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Being in the spotlight means being at the forefront of the action.


It is being known by name and being valued for the things that make you a unique individual. It is the thrill of being given real responsibility, where the stakes are high and so are expectations. It means you are driven to develop when challenged — never doubted and always encouraged. Being in the spotlight means a lot of things, but being alone is not one of them. The support you receive from the firm and your team are unparalleled; our people are at the heart of what we do, and the relationships you build will be the foundation of your success.

About Us

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Opportunities

Insight Days

Meet our people and get a better understanding of our firm and culture. Attend an insight day where you will hear from our partners, associates and trainees about life at Weil.
Insight day 1

18 October 2023

Application window

18 September - 8 October 2023

Insight day 2

15 November 2023

Application window

18 September - 6 November 2023

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Vacation Schemes

Take part in one of our award winning two-week paid vacation schemes; the best way to get hands-on experience working with our lawyers on some of the most high-profile and complex matters.
Spring scheme dates

2 April – 12 April 2024

Summer scheme dates

17 - 28 June 2024

Applications open

18 September 2023

Application deadline

20 December 2023

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Training Contract

Maximise your potential and experience law in the fast lane. Our training contracts are one of the best in the City – they expose you to high calibre work, guiding you to become an exceptional lawyer.
Applications open

1 June 2024

Application deadline

31 July 2024

Recruiting for

2025/26

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Virtual Experience Programme

Gain hands-on experience of the typical tasks a trainee would get involved in while working in our Private Equity, Banking & Finance and Restructuring teams. This virtual programme is self-paced and open to everyone. No application is required.
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Meet Us

Meet us at a virtual or in person event or join us at one of our insight days to learn more about who we are, what we do and what we can offer you.
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Upcoming Events

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Location

Event Information

9 October 2023

Virtual

Aspiring Solicitors Virtual Diversity Law Fair - Russell Group Universities

The Russell Group Virtual Law Fairs give diverse candidates from around the UK the opportunity to speak to a number of our partner law firms who are committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession.  Each participating firm will be represented by lawyers, graduate recruitment teams and trainees.

Time: 10:00 - 12:00

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10 October 2023

Virtual

Legal Cheek Virtual Law Fair

Free and open to all, the online event gives students from across the UK the opportunity to meet the nation’s leading law firms from their laptops. Students based overseas who intend to qualify as solicitors and are eligible to work in the UK are also encouraged to attend.

As an attendee you can join our virtual booth and network with lawyers, graduate recruitment experts and trainees. Find out everything you want to know from application hints and tips through to life as a trainee. You can also submit written questions in the live chats. You can also chat to us on topics such as acing interviews at Weil and practice areas.

Time: 14:00 - 17:00

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11 October 2023

In-person

SEO Open Day

We work closely with SEO, a UK-registered charity that deliver educational, training, and mentoring support to young people from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds. During this open day, attendees will hear from our partners, associates, and trainees about life at Weil.

Time: 12:30 - 17:00
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13 October 2023

Virtual

Virtual Vantage Session - An Introduction to Antitrust

We work with a broad range of blue-chip and private equity clients advising them on complex multi-jurisdictional merger filings, navigating the increased scrutiny of mergers and acquisitions by regulatory agencies throughout the world.

Join our Lawyers to find out more about our antitrust team and the work they are involved in.

Time: 13:00 - 14:00

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18 October 2023

In-person

Weil Insight Day

Attending an insight day is a great way to meet our people and get a better understanding of who we are, what we do and our culture as a firm.

We’ll be hosting insight days on 18 October and 15 November 2023. During the day you will hear from our partners, associates and trainees about life at Weil. You will take part in a case study exercise, which will give you an insight into the work we do. The Graduate Recruitment team will also provide you with their application and interview top tips. To network in a more relaxed setting, you will enjoy lunch with current trainees, the perfect opportunity to ask questions about the firm and life at Weil.

Time: 11:00 - 18:30

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